Do you want to be a JEDI? At HKS Architects, the acronym stands for Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. From defining shared vocabulary to setting benchmarks for success, it can be a long process to get such programs off the ground. JEDI Director Yiselle Santos explained why it’s well worth it, and how you can start.
Interview Takeaways
- Get buy-in at every level
- Define the JEDI framework
- Anchor your program with a mission and vision
- Focus on business outcomes
- Solidify common language
- Empower high-performing diverse teams
- Set metrics for social justice
- Delve into the data
- Bridge the gap between technical and experiential
- Look at the long game
- Set your scope for social justice
- Start your JEDI journey
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