Recruiting Diverse Talent: Strategies That Go Beyond Quotas

In this episode, Jamey discusses the importance of knowing how to recruit diverse talent and highlights strategies that organizations typically consider, such as forming partnerships with HBCUs, HSIs, and other underrepresented groups.

Jamey also talks about the critical need to understand and improve the internal environment to support diverse employees. Addressing internal policies and practices is key to retaining and supporting diverse talent long-term, rather than just focusing on recruitment alone. Learn why starting with internal evaluation is essential for sustainable diversity and inclusion in your workplace.

If you're interested in the resources that Michelle discussed, visit: https://www.equity-at-work.com/

Key Topics Discussed:

• Significance of recruiting diverse talent
• Common strategies considered by organizations
• Importance of assessing internal organizational culture
• Challenges of quota systems
• Retaining diverse talent
• Building supportive and inclusive environments before recruitment
• The impact of existing employees' experiences
• Long-term strategic planning for DEI initiatives