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Toni TV featuring DEI&I Roundtable - April Joann Wortham, UCLA Health
Toni TV featuring DEI&I Roundtable - April Joann Wortham, UCLA Health
Toni TV featuring DEI&I Roundtable - April Joann Wortham, UCLA Health
Tuesday 30th May 2023
April Joann Wortham shares how Appreciative Inquiry fosters inclusive workplace cultures on Toni TV. Discover innovative DEI strategies for your organization.
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Get the buttons here!Bridging Cultures: April Joann Wortham's Vision for Inclusive Workplaces
Episode Overview
- April Joann Wortham introduces the concept of the Appreciative Inquiry framework in the context of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- She shares examples of the successful application of Appreciative Inquiry in transforming organizational culture and advancing positive change.
- The episode challenges the traditional problem-solving model and advocates for a more holistic and inclusive strategy.
- Listeners gain valuable insights into driving cultural change within organizations and creating a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment.
- April Joann Wortham's approach offers a fresh perspective on revolutionizing organizational culture and embracing a more positive and asset-based approach.
Appreciative inquiry really is an asset-based approach to organizational and social engagement that utilizes questions and dialogue to help participants uncover existing strengths, advantages, or opportunities in their communities and in their organizations, even with their teams.
What if the key to a thriving workplace culture lay in focusing on strengths rather than problems? In this episode of Toni TV, April Joann Wortham from UCLA Health brings a refreshing perspective on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Wortham dives into the concept of Appreciative Inquiry, a framework that shifts the focus from fixing issues to amplifying what works well within an organization.
This positive and asset-based approach isn't just theoretical; it's a practical strategy that has already transformed numerous workplaces. Wortham shares compelling examples of how Appreciative Inquiry has helped organizations build bridges across cultures, fostering environments where everyone feels valued and included. She emphasizes the importance of identifying shared themes and creating a collective vision for the future. Instead of dwelling on problems, Wortham advocates for a holistic strategy that celebrates diversity and drives meaningful cultural change.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in innovative ways to enhance workplace culture and promote inclusivity.