Project Report - Hinge Health
Ciarra Jones Consulting, LLC, a distinguished consulting firm specializing in creating inclusive workplaces, conducted a transformative workshop titled "Grief and Workplace Inclusion" for Hinge Health. This workshop aimed to address the ongoing impact of various external and systemic factors on employee well-being and inclusion.
Workshop Details:
Title: Grief and Workplace Inclusion - conducted in December 2023
Objective: To explore and navigate the ongoing grief arising from events such as COVID-19, personal loss, and systemic inequality and to guide workplaces in considering these factors for fostering employee inclusion.
Target Audience: Hinge Health’s Employee Resource Group
Participants: About 40 live attendees.
Feedback: Seven participants filled out the feedback form and each rated the presentation a 5/5. Below you will find notable quotes from the participants.
Notable Quotes
“Thank you for such an insightful presentation! Thoroughly appreciate your candidness”
“Really wonderful presentation and very needed and relevant content! Thank you for setting this up!”
“I really enjoyed this talk. Your delivery is captivating!”
Workshop Outcomes
Understanding Ongoing Grief:
Addressed the nuanced and prolonged impact of grief stemming from global events, such as the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, personal loss, and global unrest.
Systemic Impact on Inclusion:
Explored how external and systemic factors, including those beyond the workplace, can significantly influence employee well-being and inclusion.
Encouraged participants to consider the broader socio-political context and its impact on individual and collective grief experiences.
Grief as an Equity Lens:
Invited organizations to view grief through an equity lens, recognizing that certain groups may be disproportionately affected by external events.
Emphasized the importance of acknowledging diverse grief experiences and fostering a supportive environment for all employees.
Expanding Organizational Policies:
Urged organizations to consider expanding organizational policies, particularly in areas like bereavement, to address the unique challenges presented by ongoing and collective grief.
Provided insights into developing policies that are responsive to the evolving needs of employees during challenging times.
Implementation Approach:
Safe and Inclusive Space: Created a safe and inclusive space for participants to share their experiences and perspectives on grief.
Interactive Discussions: Facilitated interactive discussions, case studies, and practical exercises to encourage active engagement and learning.
Equity-Centered Approach: Incorporated an equity-centered approach to foster a deeper understanding of the intersectionality of grief and its impact on workplace inclusion.
Outcomes:
Increased Awareness: Participants gained a heightened awareness of the ongoing grief stemming from global events and its potential impact on workplace dynamics.
Equity Considerations: Organizations were encouraged to view grief through an equity lens, fostering a more inclusive and empathetic workplace.
Policy Recommendations: Insights provided prompted discussions around expanding organizational policies, particularly in areas related to bereavement, to better support employees during challenging times.
Conclusion: Ciarra Jones Consulting, LLC's "Grief and Workplace Inclusion" workshop for Hinge Health successfully addressed the ongoing grief associated with global events, personal loss, and systemic inequality offering valuable insights and practical considerations for organizations to enhance employee inclusion and well-being. The workshop's emphasis on an equity lens and policy recommendations reflects a commitment to creating workplaces that prioritize compassion and understanding in times of collective grief.
