In this premiere episode of a new series on The Switch, we explore how to operationalize “belonging” from the perspective of an equity and inclusion professional and a seasoned recruiter. Join Danisha Martin, MBA, CSC, Team Leader & Senior Consultant, Search, and Bryan W. Jackson, MA, Senior Consultant, People & Organizational Strategy at Nonprofit HR, as they delve into the foundational elements of belonging in the workplace. Leveraging their strategic expertise, this lively conversation is packed with valuable insights on building inclusive and impactful workforces for nonprofit organizations.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why belonging must take center stage in DEIB conversations

• The distinction between “belonging” and “belongingness”

• How to use observation to assess community within your organization

• Real-world strategies for fostering belonging, starting with the recruitment process

• The nuanced difference between feeling seen, valued and heard versus being seen, valued and heard

• Common challenges leaders face in this work and how to overcome them

About Danisha Martin, MBA, CSC

As part of Impact Search Advisors by Nonprofit HR, Danisha Martin is a Team Leader & Senior Consultant and trusted advisor for the firm’s retained executive search engagements. She conducts interviews with senior and C-level professionals and evaluates qualifications and alignment with the client organizations’ needs. Learn more about Danisha.

About Bryan W. Jackson, MA

Published author and award winning educator, Bryan W. Jackson, MA, provides subject matter expert advice, insight and strategic direction to clients. He oversees complex client engagements, manages projects to completion and designs and facilitates Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Justice (EDIJ) training solutions and assessment services to partners and stakeholders. Learn more about Bryan.