This episode of the Living Out Loud Discussion Series features an insightful conversation on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) with Allen Lipscomb, an Associate Professor, licensed clinical social worker, and DEI practitioner. Our discussion emphasizes the value of understanding and learning to navigate varied interpersonal interactions in professional settings. Allen sheds light on his work and research in this area, particularly in organizations, and weaves in his experiences studying communities targeting for marginalization, mental health, and systemic racism. The conversation revolves around understanding oneself, embracing imperfections, handling reactivity, and building better interpersonal relationships. Allen also shares a practical technique called the PAUSE method to tackle adverse responses at work and advocates for starting DEI efforts from an individual level.
Our Guest
Allen E. Lipscomb, PsyD, LCSW is an Associate Professor, Associate Chair, Director of MSW Online Program; as well as Director of Minority Male Mentoring (M3) and Student Success Allies (SSA) program at California State University Northridge in the Department of Social Work. Dr. Lipscomb is a clinical psychologist with the highest degree earned and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of California. In addition, Dr. Lipscomb studied diversity and inclusion practices within organizations through Cornell University, earning a certification from the School of Industrial and Labor Relations at Cornell. In 2022, Dr. Lipscomb earned a certification in Executive Public Leadership within organizations at Harvard University in the Kennedy School of Executive Education.
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IG: dr.alipscomb
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Twitter: alcombs101
Episode Chapters
00:00 Setting the Stage
01:37 Allen Lipscomb's Expertise and Approach
05:27 Importance of DEI in Various Roles
08:06 Interpersonal Reactions
13:49 The Role of Leadership in DEI
15:21 Recognizing Individual Experiences
18:04 Addressing the Challenges of DEI in Different Roles
20:09 Impact of DEI on Organizational Culture
29:41 Struggles of Supervision and Learning Differences
30:40 Power of Patience and Curiosity
31:35 Understanding Different Learning Styles
33:45 Self-Awareness and Reflection
38:02 Accountability and Accepting Mistakes
45:07 The Power of the PAUSE Method
49:46 Individual Accountability in Collective Progress
50:42 Closing Remarks and Contact Information
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