iBi - March 2017 | PeoriaMagazines.com

On Race And Economic Opportunity

by Liz Scoville and Jonathan Wright

An ongoing community conversation provides an opening to acknowledge and address racial disparities in our region.

The acute divisions we see in our country today are harmful to our collective national ideal—one that seeks to lift all of our neighbors up, whatever our differences.

Crossing the Difference Divide

by Jim Henderson

The No Joke Project

Three practices to build bridges across difference… and find new ways to think about old problems.

An Inside Look at the Newest Smithsonian Museum

In February, Museum Specialist Mary Elliott visited Peoria for the Caterpillar Visitors Center’s Black History Month Celebration and provided an inside look at the museum, its intended story and its impact on visitors.

Consciously Guard Against Unconscious Bias in the Workplace

by Bide Akande & John P. Heil, Jr.

Heyl, Royster, Voelker & Allen, PC

The first step is to make this unconscious human tendency a conscious target for improvement.

Transforming Conversations on Race

by Alexis Presseau Maloof

To uncover opportunities for a transformative dialogue, we must move past the myths.

Diversity and Inclusion

A Requirement for Higher Education

by Norris Chase

Bradley University

A diverse and inclusive atmosphere is a prerequisite for organizational excellence in higher education.

Beyond Tolerance: Leaving Your Comfort Zone

by Dr. Lori Russell-Chapin

Resource Management Services, Inc.

Opening our hearts to diversity is not always easy, but there is much to be gained from breaking out of the mold.

Let’s Talk: Improving Racial and Cultural Relationships

by Rev. Marvin Hightower & Rev. Michael Brown

Interfaith Alliance of Central Illinois

To meet today’s serious challenges, people of goodwill need to be in dialogue.

A Values-Centered Model for Inclusion

by Kristen Puchek

Deloitte Consulting LLP

Changes in the workforce and society have transformed the talent landscape, making inclusion a true business imperative.

Hiring Individuals with Disabilities

by Patti Gratton

Community Workshop & Training Center

Practice inclusion—and improve the culture of your organization.

Good Neighbors: Serving the Vulnerable

by Jenna Hague, Ginger Kruiswyk and Jennifer Towery

The Peoria Good Neighbor Team seeks to provide refugees with basic relief items, support and shelter.

Diversity: The American Advantage

by Linda K. Bolliger

Diversity in the workforce and the boardroom helps U.S. businesses compete more effectively.

Improve Communication in an Age-Diverse Workforce

by Jen FitzPatrick

Do your remarks make sense to colleagues of different generations?

5 Tips to Find Diverse Candidates That Make Dollars and Sense

by Eliot Burdett, Peak Sales Recruiting

Why should business leaders care? Well, there are several good reasons.

Region

Recruiting for Diversity
by Andrew Rand and Judge Paul Gilfillan
Make Your Voice Heard!
by Irene Pritzker League of Women Voters of Greater Peoria
A United Community
Michael Stephan - Heart of Illinois United Way
Invest Health: Equity Over Equality
Jennifer Daly, Greater Peoria Economic Development Council

Finance

Safety in Numbers
by Tom Schlink Hickory Point Bank

Workplace

Confluence: Bringing Together Workforce and Educational Systems
by Dr. Sheila Quirk-Bailey Illinois Central College
Will You Survive the Job-Loss Tsunami?
by Ed Hess and Katherine Ludwig

Healthcare

Fostering Unity and Embracing Inclusion
Debbie Simon, UnityPoint Health

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The Challenge of Controlling Weeds
Patrick Kirchhofer - Peoria County Farm Bureau
Committed to Our Diverse Community
Emily Cahill Peoria Park District

One-Up

Breaking the Filter Bubble

Have you noticed your Google searches becoming more personalized. This is no accident, as sophisticated computer algorithms have transformed the way information is disseminated, tailoring the internet experience for each unique user.

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iBi - March 2017