“I don’t see color.” - Well, you should - Episode 35

Have you ever heard someone say the phrase, “I don’t see color”? Although it may be meant to reassure others (or to reassure the speaker) that they are not racially prejudiced, this phrase and others like it are actually problematic. Because as well intended as it may seem to the user, “I don’t see color,” and similar phrases, are highly damaging to relationships and can unravel DEI (Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion) efforts. In this episode, DEI champion, Dr. LaTonya Jackson, joins us for an important conversation on how inclusive leaders can better recognize the factors that may be contributing to a disconnect in their communication around issues related to color and culture. Tune in to learn what it means to embrace what Dr. Jackson calls “cultural sightedness.” Dr. LaTonya Jackson is a dynamic, forward-thinking people director with extensive experience in talent and workforce development, thought leadership, change management, instructional strategy, and facilitation. She is a passionate and goal-oriented human resources expert highly skilled in collaborative partnerships, individual and group coaching, and people development. Dr. Jackson has also done extensive research on the experience of Black women in Fortune 500 companies, and she is the co-author of 5 Blinders to Seeing Color, which addresses the impact of the unconscious bias behind statements such as, "I don't see color.” #DEI #inclusivelanguage #TalkingTalent