May 11, 2022

LCLD Diversity News Digest

Here you’ll find the week’s best diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) news, resources, and thought leadership, curated for today’s legal leaders—LCLD’s Members—and DE&I professionals.

On the Need for Equity in America

AAPI HERITAGE MONTH

Asian Americans Seek More Respect, Authority in the Workplace

A majority of Asian American respondents say businesses have done very little in the way of concrete actions to address systemic racism. Here’s what breaking the “bamboo ceiling” means for the community.  SHRM

The Future of Diversity and Inclusion in Corporate America

“To create a future with effective D&I training, we need to rethink and rebuild programs from the ground up, starting with the motivations behind them.”  Forbes

DE&I Development

6 Misunderstood Concepts About Diversity in the Workplace—and Why They Matter

A breakdown of key, often-misrepresented DE&I terms and concepts.  The Conversation

When Your Efforts to Be Inclusive Misfire

Don’t panic, and don’t get defensive—instead, own your mistakes, model courageous conversations, and create a space for dialogue, learning, and humility.  Harvard Business Review

Better Ways to Recruit for Diversity and Inclusive Hiring

“Unfortunately, creating a diverse workforce doesn’t always follow a straight line. Many times, companies need to think differently to achieve their goals, and even color outside the lines to do so.”  Fast Company

Intersection of Disability & Race to Be Explored at Free Virtual DEI Conference

Civil rights advocate Kimberlé W. Crenshaw will speak alongside disability activists at this upcoming conference.  PR Newswire

LCLD Leads on DE&I

“For DE&I to Work, We Must Take Risks and Try New Things”

“The true measure of success is when DEI professionals are no longer needed,” says LCLD Diversity Professional Satra Sampson-Arokium of Dechert. “Leaders need to stay committed for the long haul.”  Law.com

Squire Patton Boggs Names Bowman-Williams Legal Diversity Chief

LCLD Diversity Professional Kathy Bowman-Williams has been named global director of DE&I. She will lead Squire’s new diversity office to help position the firm’s DE&I efforts “front and center in our senior leadership discussions,” says Global MP Fred Nance.  Bloomberg Law

The Legal Innovation Awards 2022: Who Won What and Why

Earlier this month, Mayer Brown won the “Standout Diversity in Innovation” Award, along with several LCLD Member firms recognized.  Law.com International

Husch Blackwell to Host Webinar on Allyship

As part of their DE&I Speaker Series, Husch Blackwell is hosting a webinar for its attorneys on “How to Show Up as an Ally.”  Husch Blackwell

Leading for Tomorrow

How to Lead with Courage on Racial Equity

A brief guide to stepping up your role as an effective anti-racist leader.  Inc. Magazine

Reimagining the Workplace

How to Make It: Young Attorneys Want a Future with a Hybrid Workplace

While the “new normal” looks different across firms, a majority accept substantial flexibility as associates and new lawyers push for hybrid arrangements.  Law.com

COVID Still Challenging Employers on Many Fronts, Survey Finds

A Littler Mendelson survey of nearly 1,300 in-house lawyers, executives, and HR professionals reveals several challenges the pandemic still poses for employers.  Corporate Counsel

Remember: All LCLD Members must submit a pledge by June 1 to remain engaged with LCLD.

LCLD welcomes the following Members to the Leaders at the Front movement this week, and applauds their commitment to creating real change:

JENNIFER HASBROUK  |  Southern California Edison

JASON ST. JOHN  |  Saul Ewing Ernstein & Lehr LLP

DALJIT DOOGAL  |  Foley & Lardner LLP

BART VOLKMER  |  Dropbox

CATHERINE LEVITT  |  Astellas US LLP

KEIKO SUGISAKA  |  Maslon LLP

ROBERT HICKS  |  Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP

JACK MCELROY  |  Shutts & Bowen LLP

If you have questions about the Leaders at the Front initiative, please contact Caitlin Puffenberger, LCLD Member Programs and Communications Manager.

UPCOMING EVENTS
Members & Diversity Professionals

MAY 18   |   12 pm ET   ||   Members + Diversity Professionals
Last Chance! Leaders at the Front Office Hours
Register here for answers to all your LATF questions two weeks out from the June 1 deadline.

JUNE 1    ||   Members
Deadline to Submit Your Leader's Pledge
All LCLD Members must submit their Leader Pledges by this date to remain engaged with LCLD.

JULY 11–12    ||   Members only
2022 In-Person Leadership Summit at Harvard Law School
Hear from Scott Westfahl, Director of Harvard Law School Executive Education, and Farayi Chipungu, Adjunct Lecturer in Public Policy at the Harvard Kennedy School. Register here.

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