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This episode features a conversation with inclusive language expert Jen O'Ryan on the nuances of language and word choice for diversity, equity, and inclusion. Jen reveals how we can expand our linguistic awareness to lead with more humility and precision and provides concrete examples for humanizing workspaces by removing ableist language and replacing problematic words with more inclusive alternatives. Learn practical tips for giving graceful feedback when problematic language is used, while still aligning as fellow learners. Discover how language can be a powerful tool for creating more belonging if we continually educate ourselves on the impacts of our word choices.

In this podcast episode, I'm joined by Jen O'Ryan, an expert in diversity and inclusion. Together, we delve into the topic of diversity and inclusion from a human perspective, shedding light on the significance of language in fostering an inclusive working environment. They go beyond mere compliance and explore how organisations can genuinely embrace diversity and inclusion. The role of both internal and external communications is discussed, emphasising the power of inclusive language in shaping branding and policies.

This Week's Good Vibes:To Celebrate Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month, Mattel Is Introducing a Doll Based on Hollywood Pioneer Anna May WongBen & Jerry's Co-founder Starts Cannabis Nonprofit to Support Social CausesMrBeast Calls Out Transphobic Backlash to Chris Tyson's Hormone TherapySmartsheet Is Now Giving Logo Space to Various Nonprofit Organizations in F1 RacingDemocrat Angie Craig Has Joined Other Employers Rejecting the “Paper Ceiling” Blamed for Limiting Millions of WorkersCall to Action:I see everything as an experiment and have the sticker to go along with it, so I found this article interesting and a worthy read: “Why You Should Start A/B Testing Your DEI Initiatives."To learn more about Jen and Inclusive AF, visit: https://www.pagingdrjen.com/inclusive-af-a-field-guideRead the full blog here for this 5 Things Episode: https://www.theequalityinstitute.com/equality-insights-blog/5-things-connection-first Join thousands of readers by subscribing to the 5 Things newsletter. Enjoy some good vibes in DEI every Saturday morning. https://5thingsdei.com/

Whether having casual chats with friends or formal work meetings, the language we use matters. Here, to shed some light on using inclusive language is Dr Jen O'Ryan.  Dr O'Ryan is a Consulting Editor, specializing in Inclusion, Diversity & Representation.  In this Episode 110 of The Legendary Leaders Podcast, Dr O'Ryan talks about how to improve our language to be more inclusive, why it's important to bring these conversations to light, and how the pandemic has changed the nature of our conversations and interactions. She also shares the result of not implementing change, introducing inclusion & diversity in policy writing, and the “accidental” DEI experts. Ready to learn how?    Episode Timeline:  [07:42] A bit about Dr O'Ryan. [09:36] Working in Tech. [11:36] The keys to success to be at your best. [12:57] Getting in tune with team members. [13:45] Dr O'Ryan's role in Tech. [14:43] Being a woman in Tech. [16:32] Having a safe space and having to adapt. [18:31] Becoming more confidently aware of inclusion. [24:21] Raising awareness and categorizing humans. [26:14] The complexities in Tech. [27:36] Starting to identify pitfalls early on. [29:32] Examples of frontrunners. [32:18] Influencing change. [34:10] Why it's important to talk about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. [37:39] How would the world change with raised awareness? [40:22] How the pandemic helped people feel more like themselves.  [45:02] Systemic challenges to authenticity. [48:00] Affecting lasting change. [52:30] Microaggressions.  [54:20] The risks for the system when change doesn't happen. [56:57] Inclusive and diverse policy writing.  [59:56] Where's the “we”? [63:36] Inclusive AF: A Field Guide for Accidental Diversity Experts. [65:48] What it means to be all-in. [66:37] How to become an “accidental” DEI expert. [70:11] Dr O'Ryan's book No.2. [71:44] Researching LGBTQ+.      Key Takeaways:  Why is it important to talk about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion?  The power of creating a space for encouraging conversations on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.  How will companies lose out if they don't implement change?  How to improve Inclusion & Diversity, in policy writing.  The nature of the “expert”.  How to affect lasting, wide-reaching change.  How to practice using gender-neutral language.  Dr. O'Ryan's research into the LGBTQ+ community.    Notable Quotes:  “If the gender is either unknowable or it's immaterial to what the message is, then just use ‘they'.” – Dr Jen O'Ryan [20:20]  “Once you start noticing the small things, you start noticing the big things.” – Dr Jen O'Ryan [29:03]  “Don't ever underestimate your ability to change, make a change, or influence change.” – Dr Jen O'Ryan [32:43]  “Our own insecurities about the unknown holds us back from calling things out.” – Cathleen Merkel [34:38]  “There's no more waiting for people to be comfortable with change.” – Dr Jen O'Ryan [65:32]  “Be the one.” – Dr Jen O'Ryan [76:38]    Connect:  Find | Dr Jen O'Ryan  Business: www.pagingdrjen.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jenoryan. Instagram: @pagingdrjen.    Bio:  Dr. Jen O'Ryan is the Creator of Double Tall Consulting, where she helps organizations achieve effective, measurable, and meaningful results from their Inclusion and Diversity initiatives.  With her approach grounded in continuous improvement, building relationships, and curiosity-based problem solving, Dr. O'Ryan has built global teams, introduced corporate policies, and conducted research to improve customer outcomes and satisfaction.  Dr. O'Ryan is a frequent podcast guest, panelist, and speaker on Inclusion & Diversity, organizational behavior, and influencing change.   Dr. O'Ryan is the author of Inclusive AF: A Field Guide for Accidental Diversity Experts, a roadmap to safely introduce meaningful and lasting change.    SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON APPLE PODCASTS. 

About Jen O'Ryan: After an extensive career of instigating change at Fortune 100 companies and a few small-but-mighty startups, she created Double Tall Consulting. This new company would fill a gap faced by many organizations – how to get their inclusion and diversity initiatives from “good intentions” to effective, measurable, meaningful results.    Now she works with business leaders, product owners, and writers who want their message to be welcoming across a broader audience. Organizations bring her in to design content, culture, and processes that are more inclusive.   Her background in tech includes designing new experiences for customers, leading organizational change, and launching global initiatives. She has built and managed global teams, introduced new corporate policies, and conducted research that significantly improved customer outcomes and satisfaction metrics. Her approach is grounded in continuous improvement, building relationships, and curiosity-based problem-solving.   She is also the author of “Inclusive AF: A Field Guide for ‘Accidental' Diversity Experts”. Designed for anyone thinking about Inclusion and Diversity, IAF outlines a roadmap to safely introduce meaningful and lasting change. Jen is a frequent speaker on podcasts, panels, and at events related to Inclusion and Diversity, organizational behavior, and influencing change.   Outside of work, she is a travel enthusiast and an avid runner. She also has a strange affinity for bad 80s music, getting lost in new cities, and scary movies.   In this episode, Jordan and Jen discuss: Diversity, Inclusion and Toxic Culture Psychological Safety and Direct Communication Indirect and Passive Aggressive Cultures Common misconceptions about inclusion and diversity Creating meaningful and lasting change Key Takeaways Creating meaningful and lasting change takes a lot of focus and about as much time as you would put into researching and developing a new product. Focus on small changes applied consistently over time instead of big events that don't create lasting impact.  People are at times afraid to bring up issues in their department or their office because they don't want to risk getting into trouble for speaking up. When someone does speak up, listen to them and encourage them. Show people that there are no repercussions for speaking the truth and that you are all there to fix the problem.  Conversations can get heated when the team is trying to get to that ideal result. We can allow conversations to be heated as long as it's productive and that it's not damaging the team or attacking a person. Ideas are fair game to be challenged, but every person must be kept safe.  Be aware of where people are coming from. As a leader, you need to pull the lens back a little bit and see how each person is reacting to your communication style. Then, you can adjust your behavior at the moment or you could check in with a person later on and ask for advice on how you could communicate better.  “When I say psychologically safe, it means that you and I can have heated discussions and understand that we still respect each other as humans - it's not personal, not targeted, and there's no retribution.” —  Jen O'Ryan   Jen is offering a copy of her book to the first three people who contact her at jen@pagingdrjen.com.    Connect with Jen O'Ryan:   Website: https://www.pagingdrjen.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenoryan/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pagingdrjen/  Connect with Jordan:  For executives wanting a complimentary executive coaching conversation: jordan@jordangoldrich.com  Website: www.workplacewarriorinc.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/jordangoldrich1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jordan.goldrich Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordangoldrich/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jgoldrich/  

It's that time of year again. Holidays are coming up, and while some messages and practices will be perfect for your team members' individual needs, others won't match up with their values, beliefs, or lifestyles. Despite the busyness of this season, it's crucial for managers to consider how all people may be experiencing the upcoming holidays. With intentionality, managers can create an environment where people of all beliefs and practices can feel seen and included. Today’s guest is Dr. Jen O’Ryan. Jen is a consulting editor specializing in Inclusion, Diversity, and Representation. She works with organizations to design content, culture, and processes that are welcoming and inclusive. Jen has a PhD in Human Behavior and her background in tech includes designing new experiences for customers, launching global initiatives, and leading organizational change. Jen and I talk about the hidden places that bias shows up and how we may be unintentionally setting up barriers or making things challenging for our colleagues, and of course, what to do about it. We also go deep on how to be thoughtful about the end of year holidays which can have religious undertones and bring up lots of feelings for folks. Members of the Modern Manager community can get 1 of 3 copies of Jen’s book, Inclusive AF: A Field Guide for “Accidental” Diversity Experts. Designed for anyone thinking about Inclusion and Diversity, AF outlines a roadmap to safely introduce meaningful and lasting change. Get it when you join the Modern Manager community. Subscribe to my newsletter to get episodes, articles and free mini-guides delivered to your inbox. Read the related blog article: Design an Inclusive Holiday Party (or Anything, Really!) KEEP UP WITH JEN LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenoryan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pagingdrjen/ Website: https://www.pagingdrjen.com/ Key Takeaways: Create an atmosphere of psychological safety so that your team willingly gives honest feedback. Be vulnerable and admit mistakes. Keep your door open for questions or input. Ask if things work for them. When designing a party (or product, marketing materials, etc), consider how different people would experience it. Imagine different ways of being in the world and what people would need.

Nick Day is joined on The HR L&D Podcast sofa by Dr Jen O'Ryan, an Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity strategist focused on helping people build authentically inclusive and welcoming companies.With plenty of experience in leadership, mental health, and change management Jen has a lot to talk to us about!Jen also holds a PhD in Human Behaviour, which focuses on gender identity and sexual orientation, as well as an MBA in Technology Management and a B.A. in Ethics and Human Behaviour, so she is someone who understands the challenges leaders can face in developing a culture of inclusiveness for employees, clients, and customers.Jen is also the Founder and Principal of Double Tall Consulting and the author of “Inclusive AF: A Field Guide for ‘Accidental' Diversity Experts”, a book designed for anyone thinking about Inclusion and Diversity and something we will find out more about later in this podcast.In this “Achieving Authentically Inclusive Workplace Cultures” episode with Jen O'Ryan on The HR L&D Podcast, we also explore:What do the words Human Resources mean to you?Why is everyone talking about diversity and inclusion right now?Why is diversity a top priority for so many businesses?What do most people “get wrong” about Inclusion and Diversity?What can someone listening do today that can influence change?What can we learn from your book “Inclusive AF: A Field Guide for ‘Accidental' Diversity Experts”Thinking about the title of your book, what do you mean by the term ‘accidental' expert?What are the differences between gender identity and orientation?How would you recommend HR leaders tackle LGBTQ+ issues in the workplace?What Practical steps can you recommend for those working on L&D initiatives with limited budgets, resources, or influence that may help them achieve an authentically inclusive organisational culture?Post-Pandemic, is there anything HR leaders can do to help prepare their teams to return to the office?Links highlighted in this “Achieving Authentically Inclusive Workplace Cultures” episode are included below:Founder and Principal of Double Tall ConsultingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pagingdrjen/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PagingDrJenAuthor of

Nick Day is joined on The HR L&D Podcast sofa by Dr Jen O'Ryan who is an Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity strategist focused on helping people build authentically inclusive and welcoming companies.  We also discuss Dr. Jen O'Ryan's book “Inclusive AF: A Field Guide for ‘Accidental' Diversity Experts”.

This week on the podcast, I sat down with Jen O'Ryan, to discuss her own journey from a traveling consultant in the tech industry to a diversity expert.  A story that begins with curiosity about the human condition. Whether raising tiny humans, or a corporate CEO, the wisdom and insight that Jen shares will help guide you to become Inclusive AF!Dr. Jen O'Ryan is a consulting editor specializing in Inclusion, Diversity, and Representation. She creates inclusive content, culture, and processes for business owners. Jen has a Ph.D. in Human Behavior and her background in tech includes designing new experiences for customers, launching global initiatives, and leading organizational change.If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories and tag us, @pamgodboiscoaching & @pagingdrjen.In this episode you'll hear:Jen shares her journey to diversity expert. Jen reminds you not to underestimate your ability to influence change in your community. How stereotypes influence our decisions and relationships. The power of words and how to use words to create inclusion.The power of curiosity in propelling you forward. The field guide to creating an environment that is inclusive and representative of those you serve. LINKS:Jen's Website: https://www.pagingdrjen.comJen on LinkedinFacebook Group For Moms: The Messy Truth: Moms on the Path of RediscoveryConnect with me:  Instagram, Facebook, and Tiktok. If you're like “I love listening to Pam chat with guests.” Then head over and write a review! We really appreciate your support and it helps us to keep growing!!  https://pamgodbois.com/ApplePodcast Thank you so much for listening to this week's episode. Be sure to tune in next week.

How to write inclusively, with #Inclusive AF author Jen O'Ryan. Dr. Jen O'Ryan is a #diversity and inclusion strategist focused on helping people build authentically inclusive and welcoming companies. She brings a unique perspective to organizational change, combining a Ph.D. in Human Behavior with over 20 years of experience in leading global launches of new consumer experiences, products and policy. She is the author of Inclusive AF, a blogger, consultant, and workshop facilitator. Inclusive AF:This book is designed for anyone thinking about Inclusion and Diversity in their business or organization. It provides practical advice on safely and effectively leading culture change. Whether you are one person working with zero budget, or have funding and an enthusiastic team supporting the effort, there is something in here for you.In Inclusive AF: A Field Guide for Accidental Diversity Experts, Dr. Jen O'Ryan offers a three-part roadmap for anyone implementing inclusion and diversity initiatives in the workplace: how to launch projects from the initial concept to post-delivery activities, lead people through cultural change, and design inclusive programs for #LGBTQ+ individuals (and everyone else). This heartfelt guide teaches through personable anecdotes, emphasizing human connection, and practical application when developing inclusive practices. Jen's tactics are designed move your I&D projects from 'good intentions' and ideation, to implementation and managing humans through change.DALE ROBERTS INTERVIEWS C AGGETT about THE WCCS and its 200 shows milestone! Watch it here: https://youtu.be/gqKPSgr-I3I - Be sure to tell him I sent you! THE WCCS – TOGETHER AS ONE, WE GET IT DONE!If you would like to advertise your book on the show, to enroll in a book launch interview, or to have a WCCS social media shout out, visit here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/TheWCCSIf you want to sponsor CJ Aggett on The Frontline 100k Walk, please visit here: https://events.soldierscharity.org/fundraisers/christopheraggettFOLLOW US► Our website – https://www.thewritingcommunitychatshow.com► Universal link – https://linktr.ee/TheWCCS► Buy the show a coffee – https://www.buymeacoffee.com/TheWCCS► Use hashtag #TheWritingCommunityChatShow or #TheWCCS on social media to keep us current. This show will only succeed with your support!► Support us through #Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/WCCS► For our #FIVERR affiliate link click here (we will earn a little from you signing up through our link and more if you use the service. We back this service and have used it with great results! – https://fvrr.co/32SB6cs► For our PRO #WRITING AID affiliate link click here – https://prowritingaid.com/?afid=15286

Author of “Inclusive AF" and Double Tall Consulting Founder. Dr. Jen is bringing a unique perspective to organizational change, combining a PhD in Human Behavior with over 20 years of experience in leading global launches of new products, policy, and consumer experiences. Her new book, Inclusive AF: A Field Guide for ‘Accidental' Diversity Experts” is designed for anyone thinking about Inclusion and Diversity, which explains how to cultivate a more welcoming workplace. Leave Some Feedback: Who should we have on the show next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy the episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: TheHowtoEntrepreneur.com Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Today's Sponsors: JavaPresse Coffee Company - #1 Rated Coffee Grinder on Amazon (Free Grinder in Link) SANESolution - Harvard Medical endorsed body & mind health framework American Dream U -  Transitioning veteran professionals

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Dr. Jen O'Ryan is Jodi's guest for this episode of the Write.Publish.Market Podcast. Dr. Jen is a Diversity, Inclusion and Equity strategist and that is the topic of this episode. She also wrote her book to be an addition to her business, so she's a perfect guest for our podcast. Jodi and Dr. Jen walk through how diversity is viewed generationally and how this can impact your readers. Knowing your target audience will help determine how you address it in your books. A few key things that Dr. Jen points out are: “Make sure everyone is on the same playing field” “Have somebody else who doesn't have the same life experience or who doesn't look like you read your book, and give feedback.” “It's not about political correctness. . . It's about being respectful and opening it up to a larger body of people who'll be able to consume your story and relate to it and benefit from it.” She relates these to not only your writing work, but inside your business and even personal life. Jodi and Dr. Jen talk about remembering to focus on the fact that everyone is a human and ways to make it easier to include everyone in your work. Meet Dr. Ryan and download the full transcript here.

Dr. Jen O'Ryan is an Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity strategist focused on helping people build authentically inclusive and welcoming companies. She brings a unique perspective to organizational change, combining a Ph.D. in Human Behavior with over 20 years of experience leading global launches of new consumer experiences, products, and policies. A data geek at heart, Jen brings an extensive grasp of how people interact with technology, with each other, and with change. She is also the author of "Inclusive AF: A Field Guide for 'Accidental' Diversity Experts." Designed for anyone thinking about Inclusion and Diversity, IAF explains how to launch meaningful and lasting change safely.Outside of Inclusion and Diversity Consulting, Jen is a travel enthusiast and avid runner. She also has a strange affinity for bad 80's music, getting lost in new cities, and scary movies. In this episode, Dean Newlund and Jen O'Ryan discuss:The transition back to working in an office with othersHow interpersonal relationships change when you only see co-workers via ZoomThe subtleties of communication details are lost with Zoom. What should be preserved, and what should change about meetings?What to think about with your "back to the office" plan after Covid Key Takeaways:Company cultures need to change to accommodate remote workers Culture is not always the same across a company; it often comes from each teamWe need to connect as humans first, and the business comes afterCovid has changed company cultures in ways we never thought of previously  "if you look at corporate culture, it's not like a blanket statement; people don't align with that anymore. And it's really 'What is the culture of the team? What is the culture of the two or three people who work together all the time?' That's, that's where the culture lives, not in the mission statement." — Dr. Jen O'Ryan  See Dean's TedTalk "Why Business Needs Intuition" here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEq9IYvgV7I Connect with Dr. Jen O'Ryan: Website: https://www.doubletallllc.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/PagingDrJenLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenoryan/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pagingdrjen/  Connect with Dean:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgqRK8GC8jBIFYPmECUCMkwWebsite: https://www.mfileadership.com/The Mission Statement E-Newsletter: https://www.mfileadership.com/blog/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannewlund/Twitter: https://twitter.com/deannewlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissionFacilitators/Email: dean.newlund@mfileadership.comPhone: 1-800-926-7370

In the fourth episode of Season 2 of the Demystifying Diversity Podcast, host Daralyse Lyons explores the ways in which multiple communities are coming together in ways that amplify love and inclusion. By exploring how the LGBTQ+ community, various faith communities, and assorted secular communities are working to increase LGBTQ+ safety and visibility, this episode focuses on effective inclusion practices, while also shining a light on the ways in which there is still room for growth. In this episode, you will learn about: The critical importance of intersectionality, what it is, and how it can support in creating inclusivity not just for LGBTQ+ folks, but for anyone. The importance of partnerships between the LGBTQ+ and faith communities, and how both can be driving forces of identity. Ideas for how to do the deep work of fully realizing your own, unique identity. How championing people to honor and embrace all of who they are creates the most inclusive spaces, and prioritizes individuals over their isolated identity markers. The importance of Pride, and other festivals that celebrate humanity in creating safe, inclusive and joyous spaces. That there is no, one, singular experience of “identity.” Our guests in this episode include: Kasey Suffredini - CEO & National Campaign Director for Freedom For All Americans, a bipartisan organization whose mission it is to secure full nondiscrimination protections for LGBTQ people nationwide. Kasey is a nationally recognized campaign strategist and expert in LGBTQ issue advocacy. Cathy Renna - Kathy is the Principal of Target Cue and Communications Director at the National LGBTQ Task Force. Cathy has played a central role in shaping nearly all major issues affecting media representation of the LGBTQ+ community, from the beating death of Matthew Shepard in 1998 to the fight for marriage equality to working with the team that coordinated historic coverage for the 50th Anniversary of Stonewall. Patrick Sammon - one of the co-authors and co-directors of the documentary CURED, which is an in depth illumination of the struggle between LGBTQ activists and advocates and the American Psychiatric Association to remove homosexuality from its manual of mental illness. Britt East - Inspirational Speaker and Award-Winning, Best-Selling Author of “A Gay Man's Guide to Life: Get Real, Stand Tall and Take Your Place.” Robyn Ochs - Educator, speaker, grassroots activist, and editor of Bi Women Quarterly and two Bi+ specific anthologies: the 42-country collection “Getting Bi: Voices of Bisexuals Around the World” and “RECOGNIZE: The Voices of Bisexual Men.” Yuval David - Award-winning actor, host, filmmaker and advocate whose most recent work, a full-length documentary entitled “Wonderfully Made,” specifically engages with what he refers to as LGBTQ+R - which means, “LGBTQ + Religion.” Reverend Naomi Washington-Leapheart - Director for Faith-Based and Interfaith Affairs for the City of Philadelphia and former Faith Outreach Director at the National LGBTQ Task Force, Angel Gravely - Bisexual educator, writer, speaker, and advocate based in the Philadelphia area. Since 2013, she has worked to bridge opportunity and knowledge gaps between marginalized and privileged communities by addressing LGBTQ+ issues from an intersectional lens. Jen O'Ryan - the founder of Double Tall Consulting, and the author of “Inclusive AF: A Field Guide for Accidental Diversity Experts.” Rayceen Pendarvis - "Queen of The Shameless Plug, the Empress of Pride and The Goddess of DC" is a father of five, grandfather of two and mother of many. Reverend Rebecca Seely - Becca Seely is the executive director of The Vine NYC campus ministry network and its parent organization, Lutheran Ministries in Higher Education. She graduated from Yale Divinity School in 2012 with a Master of Divinity and also holds a Certificate in Advanced Theological Studies from Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary. She is an ordained pastor in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Currently, she serves students directly as co-pastor of LaMP, pastor of PRiSM, and as a chaplain at New York University. Kelly Inviere - the author of Where the Light Shines Through: A Memoir in Poetry. She is a poet, author, and artist living in the greater Washington, D.C. area. Click here for a full transcript of this episode.

In the third episode of Season 2 of the Demystifying Diversity Podcast, host Daralyse Lyons dives into the exclusionary forces at play against the LGBTQ+ community in both secular and spiritual communities. Daralyse also investigates the conflict that many LGBTQ+ folks face in finding adequate support within the LGBTQ+ community itself. In this episode, you will learn about: Past historical systemic exclusionary practices towards LGBTQ+ identifying people, and the harmful legacy that these practices have left to this day. The struggle that LGBTQ+ people face in finding support within the LGBTQ+ community itself, particularly when it comes to Bi+ identity. The other types of discrimination that LGBTQ+ people face around their race, age, religious beliefs, and other components that make up an individual's identity. The ways that theological texts are being used as a weapon against LGBTQ+ individuals. The role that faith communities currently play in uniting LGBTQ+ groups, and the greater potential for faith-based groups to give voice to LGBTQ+ identifying people. The importance of passing protective legislation and the dangers of allowing organizations to refuse service or employment to individuals based on sexual orientation and/or gender identity. Our guests in this episode include: Kasey Suffredini - CEO & National Campaign Director for Freedom For All Americans, a bipartisan organization whose mission it is to secure full nondiscrimination protections for LGBTQ people nationwide. Kasey is a nationally recognized campaign strategist and expert in LGBTQ issue advocacy. Cathy Renna - Kathy is the Principal of Target Cue and Communications Director at the National LGBTQ Task Force. Cathy has played a central role in shaping nearly all major issues affecting media representation of the LGBTQ+ community, from the beating death of Matthew Shepard in 1998 to the fight for marriage equality to working with the team that coordinated historic coverage for the 50th Anniversary of Stonewall. Patrick Sammon - one of the co-authors and co-directors of the documentary CURED, which is an in depth illumination of the struggle between LGBTQ activists and advocates and the American Psychiatric Association to remove homosexuality from its manual of mental illness. Britt East - Inspirational Speaker and Award-Winning, Best-Selling Author of “A Gay Man's Guide to Life: Get Real, Stand Tall and Take Your Place.” Robyn Ochs - Educator, speaker, grassroots activist, and editor of Bi Women Quarterly and two Bi+ specific anthologies: the 42-country collection “Getting Bi: Voices of Bisexuals Around the World” and “RECOGNIZE: The Voices of Bisexual Men.” Yuval David - Award-winning actor, host, filmmaker and advocate whose most recent work, a full-length documentary entitled “Wonderfully Made,” specifically engages with what he refers to as LGBTQ+R - which means, “LGBTQ + Religion.” Reverend Naomi Washington-Leapheart - Director for Faith-Based and Interfaith Affairs for the City of Philadelphia and former Faith Outreach Director at the National LGBTQ Task Force, Angel Gravely - Bisexual educator, writer, speaker, and advocate based in the Philadelphia area. Since 2013, she has worked to bridge opportunity and knowledge gaps between marginalized and privileged communities by addressing LGBTQ+ issues from an intersectional lens. Jen O'Ryan - the founder of Double Tall Consulting, and the author of “Inclusive AF: A Field Guide for Accidental Diversity Experts.” Rayceen Pendarvis - "Queen of The Shameless Plug, the Empress of Pride and The Goddess of DC" is a father of five, grandfather of two and mother of many. Reverend Rebecca Seely - Becca Seely is the executive director of The Vine NYC campus ministry network and its parent organization, Lutheran Ministries in Higher Education. She graduated from Yale Divinity School in 2012 with a Master of Divinity and also holds a Certificate in Advanced Theological Studies from Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary. She is an ordained pastor in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Currently, she serves students directly as co-pastor of LaMP, pastor of PRiSM, and as a chaplain at New York University. Click here for a full transcript of this episode.

"We sometimes forget the value, or the power, or the impact of words because, 'Hey, we're speaking the whole time, or we're writing the whole time... it's only me, how powerful can it be?' So we say things that are the wrong things to say, or we miss our opportunities. If you have an opportunity to get a message across and you just treat it casually or you fluff it or you don't prepare, then that's a shame." This insightful comment from Jeremy Kourdi was the inspiration for this Best Bits episode, in which I look back over the last few conversations in this podcast and pick out the sparkliest moments, stringing them together to create fairy lights for your mind.  You're welcome.  With powerful words from:  Jeremy Kourdi on using your words well  Megan Hayes on what happens beyond the page Azeem Azhar on the words that become your North Star Alice Sheldon on naming what's important Becky Hall on not compromising on the words that matter Jen O'Ryan on the power of sweary words Alison Jones on the words that diminish power, and how to avoid them Bobbie Carlton on how books embody leadership Jodie Rogers on how words hold you accountable for your thinking.  Words matter. Use them, and use them well.  

Season 5 is almost here, but we wanted to give you some highlights from season 4 of Diversity: Beyond the Checkbox! In this episode, you'll hear clips from:Fishbowl Live: Recruiting Diverse Talent, with Bree Sarlati and Lauren McDonaldIntentional Allyship and Diversity in Design with Dwell with Dignity's Ashley SharpAre you Diversity Resistant, Inclusive AF, or Somewhere in the Middle? with Jen O'Ryan from Double Tall ConsultingControversy and Racism at the Olympics, with Dr. Bob BatchelorTransgender Activist Precious Brady-Davis: “I Have Always Been Me”Inclusion and Representation in Law Enforcement, with Major Derri StormerDiscovering Your Purpose with Charlene WheelessAlly Up: Di Ciruolo's Guide to Building More Inclusive, Innovative, and Productive TeamsVickie Gibbs on Promoting Diversity in EntrepreneurshipPersonality tests and leading teams, with Tilt 365's Pam BoneyDiversity and Inclusion in Sports, with PGA of America's Sandy Cross

'They need to be able to 'get' the concepts that I'm trying to convey in whatever space they have available on the top of their phone screen.' Used to writing for an academic audience, Dr Jen O'Ryan quickly realised that she needed take a very different approach for her business book if she wanted it to make a difference. And she really wanted it to make a difference.  In this episode we talk about diversity and inclusion, in the workplace in general but also in publishing, about relearning how to write, about sweariness, and about the fact that you need a really big table to write a book.  Listenable AF. 

Mom and Advocate, Alisha Hunter joins us to share a real life experience around supporting her son who came out to her via text. In this episode, Alisha shares how she was able to navigate conversations with her school and provide support for her son and family while doing so. Pick up transgender resources. Also, if you haven't checked out the episode with Dr. Jen O'Ryan, please do so for additional support on this topic. Visit www.inclusionschool.com for more episodes. To reach us, email talktous@inclusionschool.com. 

PHL Diversity is excited to speak with Dr. Jen O'Ryan, Founder of Double Tall Consulting. Dr. O'Ryan is an Inclusion and Diversity strategist focused on helping people build authentically inclusive and welcoming companies. Leveraging two decades of experience in organizational change and a PHD in human behavior, she understands the challenges leaders can face in developing a culture of inclusiveness for employees, clients, and consumers. A data geek at heart, Jen has an extensive understanding of how people interact with technology, with each other, and with change. Dr. O'Ryan is also the author of “Inclusive AF: A Field Guide for Accidental Diversity Experts” -- a three-part roadmap for anyone implementing inclusion and diversity initiatives in the workplace. This is a MUST LISTEN podcast addressing organizational culture changes, why inclusion and diversity is so important.

Dr. Jen O'Ryan is this week's guest on the Inclusion School Podcast. She discusses with Julie and Simone how she accidentally stumbled on a passion for diversity and inclusion, specifically supporting the LGBTQIA+ community. We discuss strategies and resources to support kids coming out. Find out the prime time for noticing changes and conversational tips to help you show up inclusively.

Dr Jen O'Ryan the author of “Inclusive AF: A Field Guide for ‘Accidental' Diversity Experts”. Designed for anyone thinking about Inclusion and Diversity. She answers our listener questions on writing diverse characters, the kinds of research and due diligence to explore when writing outside of your own experience, the changes needed in publishing for diversity to work and much more.

Dr Jen O'Ryan the author of “Inclusive AF: A Field Guide for ‘Accidental' Diversity Experts”. Designed for anyone thinking about Inclusion and Diversity. She answers our listener questions on writing diverse characters, the kinds of research and due diligence to explore when writing outside of your own experience, the changes needed in publishing for diversity to work […] The post EP333: Deep Dive — Diversity & Inclusion with Dr Jen O'Ryan appeared first on The Bestseller Experiment.

Dr. Jen O'Ryan is the founder of Double Tall Consulting, specializing in Inclusion and Diversity. Leveraging two decades of experience in change management and organizational behavior, she understands the challenges leaders can face in developing a culture of inclusiveness for employees, clients, and consumers. She is also the author of Inclusive AF: A Field Guide for Accidental Diversity Experts. Designed for anyone thinking about inclusion and diversity, IAF explains how to cultivate a workplace more welcoming for LGBTQ+ individuals – and for everyone else. Show Highlights Talk about inclusion and making space safes for your community. Actionable for the listeners on how you engage in emotional conversations. Mental hacks and scripts you can do now to spark conversations on gender identity Think about people in a more progressive lens.  practical tips on how  to cultivate a workplace more welcoming for LGBTQ + and hear everyone in your community.  Peel back the fear and initial instincts to get the work done.  Gender is a social construct. Understand the misconceptions. Helpful feedback for when you put your foot in your mouth. “The reason that I wrote the book is because there's so many people out there that individually can make a huge difference. They have that spark inside and they want to make the world a better place. The bystander effect is very real. How do you actually interrupt that in a way that's safe in a way that doesn't put somebody in harm?”  -Dr Jen O'Ryan   Full Transcript Jen O'Ryan Transcript   Dr Jen O'Ryan's Resources & Contact Info:   Inclusive AF: A Field Guide for Accidental Diversity Experts   LinkedIn   Looking for more? Read The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Join “The Mastermind” Read the latest on the blog   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard's online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader. TEACHFX School leaders know that productive student talk drives student learning, but the average teacher talks 75% of class time! TeachFX is changing that with a “Fitbit for teachers” that automatically measures student engagement and gives teachers feedback about what they could do differently.  Learn more about the TeachFX app and get a special 20% discount for your school or district by visiting teachfx.com/blbs. ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is the missing piece in many classrooms. Many teachers are great with the main content of the lesson. Organized Binder helps with powerful introductions, savvy transitions, and memorable lesson closings. Your students will grow their executive functioning skills (and as a bonus), your teachers will become more organized too. Help your students and staff level up with Organized Binder. Copyright © 2021 Twelve Practices LLC

Jen O'Ryan was in tech for 20 years, but she started to realize that she wanted to do something to give back to the community. She wanted to help companies move from really good intentions and really good ideas - and having no idea where to start - to actual results. So like so many in diversity and inclusion work, she became an accidental expert. Jen O'Ryan on LinkedinInclusive AF: A Field Guide for Accidental Diversity Experts, by Jen O'RyanDiversity Beyond the Checkbox is brought to you by The Diversity Movement, hosted by Head of Content Jackie Ferguson, and is a production of Earfluence.

About this Episode How do you become truly Inclusive? In this episode we discuss our own personal struggle with how what others identify as seem to challenge how we identify. While we agree that we shouldn't feel threatened or challenged the fact remains that true feeling surface when our personal ‘norms' are challenged. Gender norms and standard language is so deeply ingrained in how we interact with others. Our guest Jen O'Ryan, author of Inclusive AF shares how she became an accidental expert and is now a fierce advocate for LGBTQIA+ inclusion. We talk about some key areas where many hold unconscious bias and how we can personally work to dismantle our own bias to become more inclusive in everyday interactions. Follow Us: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/diversityonfire Website: https://diversityonfire.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diversityonfire/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/diversityonfire Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Diversityfire Heather: https://www.instagram.com/hppivots/ Ninah: https://www.instagram.com/hollywoodhobo/ Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenoryan/ https://www.doubletallllc.com/ https://www.pagingdrjen.com/ https://twitter.com/PagingDrJen https://www.instagram.com/pagingdrjen/ Podcast: Subscribe: https://anchor.fm/diversityonfire - All Platforms Voicenote: https://anchor.fm/diversityonfire/message --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/diversityonfire/message

Stacy shares her brilliant; but flawed idea for managing wildfires with rain barrels and her equally brilliant idea for NOT hosting 2021 grad parties. She is joined by inclusion and diversity strategist, Jen O'Ryan of Double Tall Consulting. Stacy and Jen have a timely conversation about navigating these topics personally and professionally when we're already front loaded with preconceived ideas that need to be retrained. They also talk about the language of inclusion and diversity. To learn more about Jen, find her here: https://www.doubletallllc.com/

Seattle based Dr Jen O'Ryan designs LGBTQ+ inclusion strategies for organisations. She also provides consulting services, ranging from employee training to managing large-scale organisational changes. Through years of research and advocacy, Jen specialises in making potentially “awkward” topics more accessible. Leveraging two decades of experience in change management and organisational behaviour, she understands the challenges leaders can face in developing a culture of inclusiveness for employees, clients, and consumers. On this weeks episode, Gabby and Jen discuss Why diversity and inclusion is not politics, it's human rights Why leaders and employees should be internalising the "why" to create truly inclusive cultures and therefore healthy workplaces How employee feedback can improve inclusivity in the work environment How to manage and work to eliminate toxic work environments Change management and leading - how to navigate people through organisational change How organisations can introduce effective culture change with little to no budget/resources What you can do today to influence change in your organisation (HINT: don't be a bystander) The 30 day rule: what is the one thing you can do in the next 30 days to bring about positive change? Jen is the author of Inclusive AF: A Field Guide for Accidental Diversity Experts, designed for anyone thinking about Inclusion and Diversity in their business or organisation. It provides practical advice on safely and effectively leading culture change. Whether you are one person working with zero budget, or have funding and an enthusiastic team. Jen O'Ryan Linkedin

Special guest Dr Jen O'Ryan and your host Gabby discuss: 1.Why diversity and inclusion is not politics, it's human rights 2.Why leaders and employees should be internalising the "why" to create truly inclusive cultures and therefore healthy workplaces 3.How employee feedback can improve inclusivity in the work environment 4.How to manage and work to eliminate toxic work environments 5.Change management and leading - how to navigate people through organisational change 6.How organisations can introduce effective culture change with little to no budget/resources 7.What you can do today to influence change in your organisation (HINT: don't be a bystander) 8.The 30 day rule: what is the one thing you can do in the next 30 days to bring about positive change?

Welcome! Today's episode features TWO guests, Amy Lang and Dr. Jen O'Ryan. Amy is a sexuality educator who helps parents have conversations with kids about healthy sexuality; she previously joined us for Episodes 8 and 33. Jen holds a PhD in human behavior and specifically works with children and adolescents in gender minorities, especially LGBTQ kids. She joined us for Episode 35. These conversations were prompted by the important talking points which emerged from two recent news stories: the Stanford rape case and the Orlando nightclub shooting. Join us for these important conversations! What you'll hear in this episode: From Amy: The Stanford case boils down to consent: How do we help our kids be smarter than that? Bad decisions and entitlement: a dangerous mix Teach kids about consent: Use the words permission, asking and giving, and agreement. When everyone is “out of their heads,” there is NO CONSENT! Yes means YES. No means NO. Stop means STOP! With young kids, respect their right to say no to unwanted hugs/kisses; as adults, ASK for a hug/kiss. How to use transition phrases to awkward moments “Tricky people” Be explicit with kids about family rules. Plant seeds about sexuality conversations. Teach them NOT to expect entitlement. Amy's book about dating, to help kids figure out their dating values (See Resources below) Why we need to model conflict resolution for our kids “Yes” girls and red flags in dating—Are you ready for sex? Be open, available, and neutral for your kids. From Jen: With news of any tragedy, it's better to give kids small pieces of information that they can process rather than overwhelm them with ALL the details. How to “check in” with your LGBTQ kids Jen's experience in London this week with a drag queen show paying tribute to the Orlando victims Adults have communities and support systems in place, but most kids don't. The human element of these victims: brother, sisters, sons, daughters, mothers, fathers, etc. Social change is a product of humanization. The verbage to use? LGBTQ, queer, etc. Remember that kids process information at different speeds than adults. Have conversations with kids about safety, dangers, reassurance, and empowerment. The best response is always unity and solidarity. With 5-7 year olds: listen and watch how they play, and make space for them to express feelings. With older kids: create safe spaces for them to talk, and check for signs of depression or social withdrawal. It's OK to talk about it! Resources: Dating Smarts: What Every Teen Needs to Know to Date, Relate, or Wait by Amy Lang www.birdsandbeesandkids.com www.birdsandbeescourse.com (Amy's new online course for parents!) www.savvyparentssafekids.com Tea Consent video (on youtube!) www.mykidcameout.com  (Jen's website with resources, blog, and email info. Find her on Facebook, too!) Healthy Sex Talk: Teaching Kids Consent, ages 1-21 :::::::::: Want MORE??  Join the Joyful CourageTribe in our community Facebook group - Live and Love with Joyful Courage.  Raising our children while growing ourselves... :::::::::: Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Joyful Courage Podcast on iTunes to get the latest shows STRAIGHT to your device!!  AND PLEASE rate and review the Joyful Courage Parenting Podcast on iTunes to help me spread the show to an ever larger audience!! ::::::::::: Click here for more information about PARENT COACHING with Casey and to book your exploratory call!

  So excited to share today's show with you! Dr. Jen O'Ryan provides guidance for parents to help them navigate their child's coming out process, as well as questions about sexuality and gender. She completed her doctorate in Human Behavior with a focus on environmental factors during childhood and adolescence for sexual minorities. Dr. Jen also works closely with other caring adults on developing more inclusive, safe spaces for LGBTQ individuals in the workplace and community. Through years of research and advocacy, Jen brings an extensive background on factors contributing to healthy development during childhood and adolescence for LGBTQ youth. Jen and I talk about the experience kids are having as they come to understand gender and sexual orientation.  We discuss the biggest challenges for the kids and their parents, and how we can all be a part in supporting all kids, in celebration of differences, being advocates and allies. Resources mentioned: Jen's website My Kid Came OutJen's local workshop So your kids came out, now what?       - listeners will get $5 off with promo code "joyful"Recent posts on sexuality and supporting LGBTQ youthPFLAG - Parents, Families and Allies of LGBTQ Where to find Jen: Her website - www.mykidcameout.comTwitter - @pagingdrjenFacebook - Paging Dr. Jen :::::::::: ****Limited time offer**** About MAZLO --- click here to check out the offer mentioned on the show.  If you are interested in checking out the Calm and Connected Parenting Program FOR FREE send an emaill to casey@joyfulcourage.com.  Put "Mazlo Coupon" in the subject line!!   And don't forget to join the Joyful Courage Tribe in our community Facebook group - Live and Love with Joyful Courage. ::::::::::