Creating a sense of belonging for everyone is a core value for most, but formal efforts to achieve inclusion, like Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs, are receiving significant backlash. Critics across academia, politics and corporations argue these initiatives stifle free speech, discriminate against the majority and diminish the ideal of rewarding the most qualified. The Crisis Files’ inclusion expert Dr. Abdul Omari and host Roshini Rajkumar delve into the debate, exploring why the state of inclusion is in a state of flux. Find out how language surrounding DEI can make or break formal initiatives for improvement and the actual roles of people delivering them. Plus, why CQ – your cultural intelligence – is so important to building a more inclusive world.

Host: Roshini Rajkumar
Guest: Dr. Abdul Omari