DEI Is Dead - What Happens Next?

Explore strategies for advancing inclusion and equity in the workplace following the decline of formal DEI programs in this conference talk by open source veteran Jennifer "Jen" Madriaga. Learn how to reframe conversations around diversity, equity, and inclusion when traditional DEI initiatives are being eliminated from organizations, companies, and departments. Discover practical approaches for advocating on behalf of underrepresented groups and addressing core issues that DEI programs were designed to tackle, including disparities in workplace experiences, perceptions of fairness, communication process improvements, and psychological safety within teams. Gain insights from Madriaga's experience working with global audiences where DEI terminology didn't always resonate, and understand how to adapt inclusion conversations for different cultural contexts and histories. Master techniques for ensuring that equity and inclusion discussions remain relevant and effective for diverse, international teams even without formal DEI program structures.