Many people naturally resist raising issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), because these issues can trigger feelings of a loss of power and control in others. So, what happens when you start to enact change, and you’re met with resistance? What do denial and resistance look like? How do we navigate it to ensure it doesn’t stop us from making progress? Join this session to hear from leaders that have confronted resistance within their organizations, themselves, and externally, and receive tools to help you overcome opposition to progress DEI work.
Moderator:
Tasha Jones, Chief Marketing Officer, Mile High United Way
Speakers:
Vanecia Kerr, Chief Impact Officer, Mile High United Way
Roberto Montoya, GARE West Regional Manager, Race Forward
Maria Velasco, Founder, and CEO, Beyond Inclusion Group
Monica Williams, Executive Producer, The Equity Project & President, TIED
Hosted by Denver Metro Chamber Leadership Foundation
