Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Resources

As we strive together to make our world a more equitable place for all people, Alford Group values education as an important step in our DEI journey. The following resource hub is a non-exhaustive, ever-evolving compilation of books, articles, videos and more gathered from a variety of sources, including collaboration with colleagues and thought leaders across the philanthropic sector and beyond.

Overt discrimination, unconscious bias, cruelty and injustice based on race are historic, endemic and intersectional – inclusive of people with multiple identities. Though we embrace the broad range of diversities, Alford Group is focused on constructive leadership and assistance toward achieving racial diversity, equity and inclusion. However, these tools and strategies can be applied to foster equity around other types of diversity, including gender and sexual orientation.

Interested in speaking with us about DEI, our Culture of Equity Assessment, or other services? We’d love to hear from you. Contact us here.

Section 1: What Everyone Needs To Know
Section 2: Common Pitfalls to Avoid
- Being inactive
- Lacking cohesive structure in your plan
- Having a singular view
- Being satisfied with tokenism
- Reacting when issues arise rather than leading with vision
Section 3: What Keeps You Up at Night?
- “I don’t know where to start”
- “What if I say or do the wrong thing?”
- Embedding DEI into your strategic plan
- Getting your board “on board”
- Engaging donors of color
- DEI in the workplace: For employers
- DEI in the workplace: For employees
- Holding yourself and others accountable

Section 1: What Everyone Needs to Know

Regardless of where you are on your DEI journey, these resources are valuable from the first to the fifteenth time you refer to them. We love these resources because they are engaging and easy to digest. If you find yourself feeling overwhelmed at the breadth of DEI knowledge that’s out there, it’s okay – start here!

The Origin of Race in the USA