2021 May
News Headlines
Training & Development Solutions by Howard Community College has created this eNewsletter to keep you informed and inspired. In each issue, we will spotlight key trends and best practices from the world of training and workforce development. We’ll share perspective from our experts and stories from our clients, as well as details on upcoming programs and events worth adding to your calendar.
Training Trends
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Topping the Corporate Priority List Like Never Before
By: James Parker, Trainer/Adjunct Faculty Member
Diversity in the workplace has been long recognized as the “right thing to do.” But these days, a focus on diversity alone is not enough. Collectively, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is about capturing the many benefits that come along with building and sustaining a team that can bring differing opinions, ideas, and perspectives to the table. It’s about nurturing relationships and giving every person not just a seat, but also a voice at that table. Companies that understand that notion and make it a priority are creating cultures that are truly inclusive - where people feel a true sense of belonging.
Words of Wisdom
Getting It Right at Howard Community College
By: Joseph B. Pettiford, Jr., Associate Vice President of Human Resources
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) has always been a key priority at Howard Community College (HCC). Growing our foundation so that we can pursue new opportunities is something we are investing time and resources into—not because we have to, but instead because we want to. Over the past year, it has been important for our leadership team to identify what DEI is, and what it is not, up front.