Feb 7, 2023
Tackling Unconscious Bias and Cognitive Dissonance for better DEI Outcomes in the Workplace
Many employers are interested in fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) at their organizations in order to drive performance and innovation. One of the biggest obstacles to creating a truly inclusive workplace is unconscious bias. Unconscious biases are ingrained beliefs which can lead to cognitive dissonance when faced with conflicting evidence. In her recent Private Funds CFO article, global DE&I leader Wema Hoover explains it’s natural for everyone to hold biases but that it’s also important for employers to make a priority of tackling them. Let’s take a look at how this can be done.
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