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HUMAN FLOURISHING

Conversations about health have evolved to a more holistic space that encompasses bodies, minds, and spirits. This study will explore the tools, resources, and support structures that work to promote a healthy, thriving workforce.

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REINVENTING AGE

Ageism is a common barrier to creating meaningfully diverse work cultures. In this study, Empress explores how organizations today can build thriving, dynamic workplaces with up to five generations.

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TRANSCENDING ANTI-LGBTQ+ REGULATIONS

As more local governments introduce discriminatory, anti-trans legislation, employers today need actionable steps and data-driven insights on how to support LGBTQ+ and gender-expansive employees in today’s workspaces.

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THE STATE OF MEN

Society is experiencing the negative repercussions of men struggling with social isolation. Workplaces have an opportunity to foster better equity and inclusion by engaging men with empathy, community, and a stronger sense of belonging.

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PROFESSIONALS OF COLOR

The Coven conducted a two-part study in partnership with Greater MSP to illuminate the gaps, successes, and hopes of local organizations regarding anti-racism within their workplaces. Each study examined what’s being done, what’s working, and what opportunities remain within diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice efforts.

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IDENTITY AT WORK

To better understand what employers can do to create more psychologically safe workplaces, we spoke with over 800 workers from across the country to discuss their experiences and find new ways to make progress creating professional environments that are truly inclusive.

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SAFE LEARNING SPACES

In partnership with a large public university to identify opportunities related to academic and extra-curricular programming that engages all students and fosters belonging. In this work, our team developed an action plan for leadership and staff to create more representative, inclusive programming for students.

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