The Future of Work is Diverse, Inclusive, Just and Equitable
GlobalMindED closes the equity gap by creating a capable, diverse talent pipeline through connections to role models, mentors, internships for low-income students, returning adults, First Gen to college and inclusive leaders who teach them, work with them and hire them.
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Allyship Based on Humility, Listening, Learning: Meet Champion for Women, Charles Garland
During this International Month of Women, we want to share stories of women, and also their allies- those who stand with, promote, and support these wonderful women who are changing the world.
What is your personal story, and what makes you such a strong ally for women?
I had the good fortune of being raised in a family with plenty of men and women who were strong, confident, talented, and quite accomplished. I saw in them the fundamental quality of mutual respect and appreciation for the complementary fortes of others. That whole idea of teamwork was an implicit part of my inherited mindset. On a more personal note, my mother was the family breadwinner -- extremely smart but humble. And her mother was a world-class cellist - a child prodigy who played for the Queen of England when she was only 13 years old. One of my aunts I grew up around is a woman featured in my book.
What advice do you have for men who want to be more helpful to women but may not know how?
First and foremost, begin with a mindset of humility to listen first and then consider how (or if) to help. Resist the inclination to be the hero who swoops in and solves all the problems. Instead, realize that each woman may (or may not) want help in different ways - primarily ones that authentically leverage their unique strengths (i.e., that men generally don't have) and allow them to build upon those toward creating their sustainable power...and the confidence that goes along with it.
How has being married to a strong, formidable woman taught you to work well with the women in your world?
That's easy. Just stand back and watch. Pauline is a role model to other women and anyone who would use their savvy, resourcefulness, charm, and a sincere heart-of-gold to go along with it to be successful...in all walks of life. Working well with anyone- especially women- is best done by getting to know their values, strengths, and style. I often think of myself as a "wingman" to support her very impressive personal leadership and intention. And, for me, the simplest rule of thumb to use with other women is to default to starting with "ask, don't tell" for moving forward together.
What advice do you have for women who work with men who are less evolved than you in ally leadership?
Realize that most men (my age, at least) have grown up with that "hero" mentality and value system. One unfortunate part is the implicit belief that women are relatively helpless. Many men earnestly want to help and do good for women but are beset by an unconscious bias about the traditional roles of men and women. So, if you can, try to be tolerant of this and look for ways to demonstrate the unique value you bring to the table. Even if there may be "tension in the room," allow for that and make it healthy tension. Then, one can learn, grow, and evolve with shared challenges and mutual respect.
How can men and women be more effective in the workplace, and how can the GlobalMindED community support more inclusive outcomes for all genders?
Find the way(s) that work best for you to embrace humility. We live in a society that values confidence more profoundly than humility. With a healthy dose of humility, we all tend not to be so presumptuous, arrogant, and biased (about our current position/orientation). Keeping confidence and humility in mind simultaneously fuels a Growth (Learner's) Mindset. It is how we achieve win-win, albeit carefully and gradually. Consider that so much of what we see around us today results from "I'm always right" and "I don't have to listen to your perspectives" biases that increase polarization and hopelessness in this world. Every one of us can play a leadership role in moving in a much, much better direction. One of my book's "Beautiful Women" advocates for evolving our personal identity "from Me to We." I find that to be inspiringly powerful...for all of us.
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Female College Presidents: Breaking Barriers in Higher Education
These dynamic, inspirational college presidents who have led the way for women in higher education share their lived experiences, innovative practices, and vision for higher education, during this International Month of Women.
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Female College Presidents: Breaking Barriers in Higher Education, a Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable presentation Click HERE
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Dr. Ryan Ross; Assoc. V. Chancellor Student Affairs, Equity, & Inclusion, Colorado Community College System
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Dr. Colleen Simpson, President
Front Range Community College
Dr. Cynthia Lindquist, President
Cankdeska Cikana Community College
Dr. Rochelle Ford, President
Dillard University
Sandra J. Doran, JD, President
Bay Path University
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Join us in Denver June 7-9 for GlobalMindED 2023
Early Bird Registration Open Now
GlobalMindED 2023 June 7-9 Denver Sheraton
To get a feel for the conference experience, please see this brief video by The PhD Project from the 2022 GlobalMindED Conference, and the Complete 2022 Program
The 2022 Conference:
- 800+ attendees
- 140 students from 41 universities/colleges
- 300+ speakers from 65 universities/colleges and 47 businesses
- 130 universities/colleges represented
- Majority of panels featured at least one student
- 74 % diverse speakers
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The GlobalMindED Inclusive Success NetworkTM had another banner year of growth, impact, and outcomes for First Generation, poverty-affected and minoritized students. Here are some of the highlights:
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Return of in-person GlobalMindED conference with record attendance and the largest First Gen Leadership Class ever of 122 student leaders. See PhD Project brief video of the event.
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Our fourth annual Inclusive Leader Awards recognized 15 DEIB leaders across sectors.
- Almost all our 100+ panels and sessions of 2022 featured a student.
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Of the 300+ speakers, 73% were diverse leaders sharing their thoughts.
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We held our first Industry Marketplace Career Exploration Arena at GlobalMindED 2022 with 40 companies, giving K-12, college students, educators, and leaders a way to learn about emerging fields and careers. Join us for the next one at GlobalMindED 2023.
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Our first satellite event at Georgia Institute of Tech was livestreamed via the Atlanta PBS affiliate.
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We became an official initiative of the Foundation for the Support the United Nations (FSUN) and will hold our first UN event on March 22, 2023.
- ·We served ten colleges with the GlobalMindED Success Collaborative connecting students at each HBCU, MSI, HIS and Tribal College with role models, mentors, internships, and jobs.
- We had partners/volunteers from Microsoft, Salesforce, Rubrik, HP, Stanford MBA and more.
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We spoke at the White House Initiative for HBCUs with sponsor Hewlett Packard.
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Our team, Board, Colorado Board and Executive Leadership Council are all majority diverse serving a majority diverse population of emerging leaders.
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We continued to publish our daily newsletter and conduct monthly virtual Equity events, led by people of color with majority diverse panelists and students. These are the role models for our students.
- Our annual operating budget increased by 67% emerging COVID strong.
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We doubled our staff from four to eight as we grow to scale our impact.
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Our Young Professionals grew to 40 strong, with a ten-person leadership cabinet made up of, but not limited to, graduates of our programs who are now working professionals.
- Since 2015, we have successfully connected 1,200+ students to internships and jobs.
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Our founder, Carol Carter, was recognized as one of the Most Powerful Women in Denver by the Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce and one of the Most Admired CEOs by the Denver Business Journal.
We are grateful for the support, inclusive leadership, and financial contributions of our community and sponsors who work tirelessly to open doors for the students we serve, the institutions who support them, and the businesses and non-profits who are committed to hiring a capable, diverse talent pipeline. We look forward to seeing all of you June 7-9 at our best event yet, GlobalMindED 2023 - Transforming Boundaries: Creating Systemic Access and Equity. The Inclusive Leaders Awards Dinner is June 7, followed by the conference June 8- 9 at the Denver Downtown Sheraton.
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