Dr. Daniel Ibarrondo Speaker Topics
Life Story and Life Events
From Harlem to Success: My Personal Journey: A personal narrative of growing up in Harlem on 125th Street, highlighting the challenges faced and the determination and resilience required to overcome adversity.
Educational Challenges in Urban Environments: Discussing the educational obstacles and disparities often experienced by Harlem's youth and the importance of persistence in pursuing academic goals.
Navigating the Streets: Youth and Urban Struggles: Personal stories of the unique challenges and temptations of growing up in Harlem and the real-life struggles of growing up in the public housing projects on 125th Street, gangs, drugs, and a bustling inner-city environment and how to stay resilient.
Breaking the Cycle of Poverty: Addresses the cycle of poverty and ways to break free from it, drawing from personal experiences and community initiatives.
Harlem's Resilience in the Face of Social Injustice: Personal and historical experiences of how Harlem has historically responded to social injustice, from the Civil Rights Movement to contemporary activism, and the role of resilience in these movements.
Harlem's Cultural Resilience: The cultural resilience that has been a hallmark of Harlem, including its contributions to music, art, and literature in the face of adversity.
Community Activism and Social Change: Personal experiences of engaging in community activism in Harlem and how persistence is crucial in effecting meaningful social change.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
The Business Case for Diversity and Inclusion
Understanding Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Unconscious Bias in Corporate Decision-Making
Creating Inclusive Corporate Cultures
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Metrics and Measurement
Building Diverse and Inclusive Leadership Teams
Implementing DEIB in Corporations
Addressing Microaggressions in the Workplace
LGBTQ+ Inclusion in Corporate Environments
Promoting Gender Equity in the Workplace
Disability Inclusion and Accessibility in Corporations
Healthcare Disparities for Underrepresented Persons
Race and Ethnicity in Corporate Diversity Efforts
Understanding the Benefits of Cultural Competency
The DEI Role of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
Inclusive Recruitment and Hiring Practices
DEI Training for Employees (Multi-Faceted Program Series)
Corporate Social Responsibility and DEI
Ethical Considerations in DEI Initiatives
Intersectionality in DEI Programs
Measuring the ROI of Diversity and Inclusion
Challenges and Best Practices in Sustaining DEI Efforts