Building Forward Together: The New Reality of DEI
Building Forward Together The New Reality of DEI-4In response to the growing uncertainty confronting many nonprofits—particularly those rooted in equity, inclusion, and diversity—we are hosting a symposium focused on the State of DEI. This presentation will examine recent legislation, budget reductions, and executive orders, and explore how they may conflict with established civil rights protections. As the political, educational, and nonprofit sectors continue to evolve, understanding the shifting DEI landscape is more critical than ever. Through this dialogue, we aim to equip organizations with actionable knowledge, foster strategic partnerships, and strengthen our collective path forward.
Format of event:
Welcome – WFSTL
Introduction – Dr. Kimberly Norwood
Kimberly Jade Norwood is the Henry H. Oberschelp Professor of Law at Washington University School of Law. She is the principal partner in her consulting company, KJN Equity Consultants, LLC and conducts implicit bias and cultural competency workshops, as well as DEI assessments.
Panel discussion
Moderator – Norma Jackson
Driven by passion, experience and creativity, Norma Jackson leads the charge on Thompson Coburn’s attorney professional development and diversity efforts at all levels and among clients and our legal and business communities across the country.
Norma serves as a thought leader and resource, collaborating with practice leaders, committee chairs, and the Management Committee to drive talent development and diversity and inclusion strategies.
Panelist – Teresa Turner
Teresa Turner specializes in equal employment opportunity/affirmative action (EEO/AA) program administration. She has assisted many well-known Fortune 500 companies in developing and implementing EEO/AA programs designed to align compliance functions with the core values of the organization. Specialties: Affirmative Action Plan Development with focus on Implementation Strategies; Training on the complexities of implementing affirmative action programs, gaining buy-in, and the use of return on investment concepts for evaluating the success of the overall compliance strategy.
Panelist – Sharon Winfield
Sharon Winfield is a seasoned human resources leader with over 30 years of experience spanning both the for-profit and non-profit sectors. Currently Sharon serves as the Chief Human Resources Officer for the Foster and Adoptive Care Coalition, an organization dedicated to securing permanent homes for children in foster care.
Panelist – Dr. Kimberly Norwood
Q&A – (20 minutes)
Format of event:
Welcome – WFSTL
Introduction – Dr. Kimberly Norwood (15- 20 minutes)
Kimberly Jade Norwood is the Henry H. Oberschelp Professor of Law at Washington University School of Law. She is the principal partner in her consulting company, KJN Equity Consultants, LLC and conducts implicit bias and cultural competency workshops, as well as DEI assessments.
Panel (45 minutes)
Moderator – Norma Jackson
Driven by passion, experience and creativity, Norma Jackson leads the charge on Thompson Coburn’s attorney professional development and diversity efforts at all levels and among clients and our legal and business communities across the country.
Norma serves as a thought leader and resource, collaborating with practice leaders, committee chairs, and the Management Committee to drive talent development and diversity and inclusion strategies.
Panelist – Teresa Turner
Teresa Turner specializes in equal employment opportunity/affirmative action (EEO/AA) program administration. She has assisted many well-known Fortune 500 companies in developing and implementing EEO/AA programs designed to align compliance functions with the core values of the organization. Specialties: Affirmative Action Plan Development with focus on Implementation Strategies; Training on the complexities of implementing affirmative action programs, gaining buy-in, and the use of return on investment concepts for evaluating the success of the overall compliance strategy.
Panelist – Sharon Winfield
Sharon Winfield is a seasoned human resources leader with over 30 years of experience spanning both the for-profit and non-profit sectors. Currently Sharon serves as the Chief Human Resources Officer for the Foster and Adoptive Care Coalition, an organization dedicated to securing permanent homes for children in foster care.
Panelist – Dr. Kimberly Norwood
Q&A – (20 minutes)
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Format of event:
Welcome – WFSTL
Introduction – Dr. Kimberly Norwood (15- 20 minutes)
Kimberly Jade Norwood is the Henry H. Oberschelp Professor of Law at Washington University School of Law. She is the principal partner in her consulting company, KJN Equity Consultants, LLC and conducts implicit bias and cultural competency workshops, as well as DEI assessments.
Panel (45 minutes)
Moderator – Norma Jackson
Driven by passion, experience and creativity, Norma Jackson leads the charge on Thompson Coburn’s attorney professional development and diversity efforts at all levels and among clients and our legal and business communities across the country.
Norma serves as a thought leader and resource, collaborating with practice leaders, committee chairs, and the Management Committee to drive talent development and diversity and inclusion strategies.
Panelist – Teresa Turner
Teresa Turner specializes in equal employment opportunity/affirmative action (EEO/AA) program administration. She has assisted many well-known Fortune 500 companies in developing and implementing EEO/AA programs designed to align compliance functions with the core values of the organization. Specialties: Affirmative Action Plan Development with focus on Implementation Strategies; Training on the complexities of implementing affirmative action programs, gaining buy-in, and the use of return on investment concepts for evaluating the success of the overall compliance strategy.
Panelist – Sharon Winfield
Sharon Winfield is a seasoned human resources leader with over 30 years of experience spanning both the for-profit and non-profit sectors. Currently Sharon serves as the Chief Human Resources Officer for the Foster and Adoptive Care Coalition, an organization dedicated to securing permanent homes for children in foster care.
Panelist – Dr. Kimberly Norwood
Q&A