Moving Beyond the DEI Backlash | Erin Davis

Conversations about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in today's climate feel more polarized than ever. But what’s really behind the backlash? And how do we continue pushing forward when the work feels under attack? In this thought-provoking...

Episode 14 of the Hearth 2 Heart with Gayathri Shukla podcast, hosted by Campfire Kinship, titled "Moving Beyond the DEI Backlash | Erin Davis" was published on March 3, 2025 and runs 45 minutes.

March 3, 2025 ·45m · Hearth 2 Heart with Gayathri Shukla

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Conversations about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in today's climate feel more polarized than ever. But what’s really behind the backlash? And how do we continue pushing forward when the work feels under attack?In this thought-provoking episode, Gayathri sits down with Erin Davis, an award-winning gender equity expert and inclusive leadership strategist, to explore how DEI efforts have evolved, why they face resistance, and how we can shift the conversation beyond acronyms to nuanced action. Gayathri and Erin share powerful insights based on their practice of navigating corporate culture shifts, unpacking the fear driving opposition, and identifying strategic “pressure points” to move meaningful change forward. This episode is a must-listen for anyone committed to creating workplaces where everyone belongs.Resources mentioned in the episode:www.erindavisco.cawww.campfirekinship.comErin Davis LinkedIn Gayathri Shukla LinkedIn

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