As an equity diversity and inclusion specialist I have taught various courses over the past twenty years and observed that many of the participants held unique perspectives about the term diversity that needs to be de-mystified. Myth #1: Diversity means ethnic diversity. There are three levels of diversity: Inherent, acquired and thought. Inherent diversity involves […]

Welcome to my blog. The purpose of the blog is to share my experiences of implementing equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives in the Canadian workplaces. Moreover, to provide a safe space for readers to share ideas, critique and dialogue around social justice issues. I have worked as a diversity and inclusion advisor for over two

My biological father and mother were born in India in the 1930s to middle class Muslim parents. They met in Lucknow, a large city in Northern India. In keeping with customs, both sides of the family met and gave their blessings; my parents married in the early 1940s. India was split into two independent nations