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Addressing harm and fostering equity: supporting marginalized staff in the workplace

When pushback and harm come to light

For many organizations, the voices of BIPOC and staff with traditionally marginalized identities reveal critical truths about the workplace. Whether through employee surveys, advocacy from affinity groups, HR complaints, exit interviews, or even lawsuits, these voices often bring systemic harm to the forefront.

But when harm comes to light, addressing it requires more than individual HR or legal interventions. While important, these steps rarely drive the deep cultural transformation necessary to rebuild trust, repair relationships, and foster true equity. At Co-Creating Inclusion, we guide organizations through this complex but vital work, helping them align their practices with their values and mission.

 
 

The Problem: Systemic Harm and Its Consequences

BIPOC and other marginalized staff often bear the brunt of toxic workplace cultures, facing:

  • Pushback, microaggressions, and overt discrimination.

  • Harmful power dynamics and exclusionary practices.

  • A lack of accountability from leadership or systems.

Left unaddressed, these issues lead to:

  • High turnover and employee dissatisfaction.

  • Damaged reputations through platforms like Glassdoor or public lawsuits.

  • A misalignment between organizational values and actions, undermining trust and effectiveness.

 
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Our Approach: Building Trust Through Cultural Transformation

At Co-Creating Inclusion, we believe that creating equitable workplaces starts with listening, learning, and a willingness to transform. Our trauma-informed approach prioritizes both immediate relief and long-term change, empowering organizations and their staff to thrive together.

Immediate relief for those experiencing harm: We provide confidential, supportive spaces for BIPOC and marginalized staff to process their experiences, fostering emotional relief and resilience while they navigate their roles.

Deep data gathering and assessment: Our thorough organizational assessments identify areas of harm, obstacles, and strengths. This data provides a foundation for targeted, effective strategies that address the root causes of inequity.

Engaging leadership and stakeholders: We collaborate with leadership and stakeholders to build understanding, alignment, and buy-in for necessary cultural shifts, ensuring the entire organization supports the transformation.

Trauma-informed cultural change: We guide organizations through a multi-year, scaffolded process of transformation. This intentional pacing meets staff of all backgrounds where they are, enabling everyone to contribute to an inclusive and thriving workplace.

Aligning with organizational mission: Our approach ensures that equity and inclusion initiatives are fully integrated with the organization’s mission, creating a cohesive and sustainable strategy for lasting impact.

 

Why Partner with Us?

At Co-Creating Inclusion, we believe in partnering with organizations to create lasting cultural transformation through deep collaboration. Our approach emphasizes:

  • Addressing systemic harm to build equitable, inclusive workplaces.

  • Rebuilding trust and aligning actions with organizational values.

  • Centering the well-being of marginalized staff to foster resilience and belonging.

By focusing on long-term equity, we help organizations thrive by creating environments where all staff can contribute meaningfully and authentically.

 
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Let’s Take the First Step

You don’t have to face this alone. Schedule a complimentary DEI consultation to explore how we can support your organization in repairing harm and fostering equity.

Packages start at $10,000

Explore our CEO/Leadership Relief Package or Stakeholder Buy-In Package to begin your journey toward meaningful change.