05/05/2021

Seven Steps to Successful DEI Training

It must be sustained, visible and holistic

The School Nutrition Association (SNA) has consistently offered its members diversity, equity and inclusion training. However, as many other associations have probably experienced, we realized our programming was not strong enough to create a lasting effect. When we set about to change it, we discovered several important elements of more effective DEI training.

The goal of DEI training is to help members become more culturally competent, empathetic and self-aware. SNA's professional development team has identified the secret to achieving that goal for our organization: DEI training must be sustained, visible and holistic.

SNA's training series is delivered through webinars, conferences and SN Magazine articles. It features a mix of firsthand lived experiences, self-assessments, networking connections and suggested actions.

Please select this link to read the complete article from ASAE's Center for Association Leadership.