DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: HOW FAR HAVE WE COME? HOW FAR CAN WE GO?

• Published in: Consulting psychology journal 2020-12, Vol.72 (4), p.324-331
• Main Author: Pennington, Greg
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Subjects: Consulting Psychology; Diversity in the Workplace; Human; Implicit Bias; Inclusion; Organizations; Professional Role; Psychologists; Teams
• ISSN: 1065-9293; 1939-0149
• DOI: 10.1037/cpb0000165

This article shares my personal reflections blending research and application in diversity and inclusion. It highlights where we have made progress and suggests where we should continue to raise questions to understand the complex dynamics of differences. As consulting psychologists, researchers, and practitioners in the application of psychology, we are reminded by this article that our focus includes the integration of what we know about individuals, teams, and organizations. It also embraces the importance of understanding how our personal experiences influence our approach to our professional roles. What's It Mean? Implications for Consulting Psychology This thought paper challenges the effectiveness of consulting psychology using science to address individual, team and organization issues and opportunities related to race and other differences. It offers a challenge to accurately measuring the sustained impact of change on these complex issues. It provokes consideration regarding how personal experiences can add value to professional perspectives, and it raises questions to guide the thinking and implementation of interventions that may result in meaningful, measurable and sustainable progress.