Evidence Based Inclusion with Dr. Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey

In episode 118 Coffey talks with Dr. Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey about how “evidence-based inclusion” strategies differ from traditional DEI approaches.

They discuss the concept of inclusion outside of the notion of DEI; the difference between equality and equity in a business environment; the meaning of "evidence-based inclusion" and how it differs from traditional DEI narratives; where to find that evidence and expertise; what the research actually tells us about the business case for diversity; whether there a moral argument for DEI; what evidence  tells us about how to achieve inclusion; understanding "belonging" as a part of inclusion; practical ways to measure and understanding inclusion; and what skills to develop to build an inclusive culture.

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About our Guest:

Dr. Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey is the world authority on Evidence Based Inclusion in the workplace. His consultancy provides research, training and consulting to make organisations inclusive. He has a PhD from the London School of Economics and this allows him to combine professional expertise with the academic rigour that his clients expect, these include Aviva Insurance, Sony Pictures, Conde Nast, John Lewis, Natwest Bank and Meta. 

He is the host of The Element of Inclusion; a weekly podcast that informs and educates using applied research and thought leadership. Dr. Jonathan has been featured in the Financial Times, Bloomberg and BBC News. 

A prolific writer, Dr. Jonathan is on a mission to help a million people to make their workplace inclusive through his writing, courses and other resources.

Dr. Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey can be reached at:

https://www.elementofinclusion.com 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjonathan/ 

https://www.instagram.com/jalamptey/

About Mike Coffey:

Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, human resources professional, licensed private investigator, and HR consultant.

In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations firm helping risk-averse companies make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business.

Today, Imperative serves hundreds of businesses across the US and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies.

Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence and has twice been named HR Professional of the Year.

Additionally, Imperative has been named the Texas Association of Business’ small business of the year and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association.

Mike is a member of the Fort Worth chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization and volunteers with the SHRM Texas State Council.

Mike maintains his certification as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute. He is also a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP).

Mike lives in Fort Worth with his very patient wife. He practices yoga and maintains a keto diet, about both of which he will gladly tell you way more than you want to know.

Learning Objectives:

1. Differentiate between traditional DEI narratives and the concept of evidence-based inclusion.

2. Explore the research-based business case for diversity.

3. Learn practical strategies and skills for achieving and measuring inclusion in organizations.