DEI Training Series: "DEI: What’s the Difference and Why Do They Matter?”

April's DEI Speaker Series with Dr. Beth Berila will explore how Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) differ and why they matter. DEI has become a buzzword in recent years. Beth will explain how these terms relate to one another and how can they enhance a community and organizations.

Beth Berila, Ph.D. is the Director of the Gender & Women’s Studies Program and Full Professor in the Ethnic, Gender, & Women’s Studies Department, St. Cloud State University, where she teaches courses in Feminist Leadership, Feminist Theory, and is an Embodied Leadership Coach & Facilitator.
Beth has facilitated Anti-Racism and equity training workshops in a variety of contexts. She has served as a consultant in transforming organizations toward Anti-Racism vision and practice. She also offers group and individual coaching in embodied leadership and equity and speaks widely on these topics.
 
Her speaking style is engaging, often humorous, and grounded in extensive teaching experience. She will lead participants through an interactive session that combines mindfulness practices with analysis.