Human Resources and DEI with Natasha Desjardins

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Description

Natasha Desjardins is a trusted, creative, result-driven Human Resources Practitioner and DEI Strategist with expertise at the intersections of HR, DENI, and Wellness. Natasha has a proven track record of enhancing employee experience, engagement, and retention. Her impact spans industries such as Public Media/ Broadcasting and trade associations (Non- profit), Marketing and Branding Agencies (For-profit), and Federal Government Consulting Agencies. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice, a Master's degree in Interdisciplinary Management with an HR focus from the University of Maryland , and a certificate to Lead in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion from North Western University.We

What You Will Hear:

• What is most important about Natasha
• Natashas childhood in Haiti
• Micro aggression vs intentional aggression
• Becoming a Human Resources Practitioner
• Burnout
• Therapy
• The biggest barrier to driving transformative change.
• Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
• Mental health advocacy within HR
• DEI and accessibility

Quotes:

No matter what your background is or what industry that you work in, you need a network. You need people who support you who are there for you and for me, it has been friends, family, but most importantly, my therapist.”

“There is a misconception that people get into HR because they love people.”

“Communication and follow up are keys to successful HR practices.”

“If we are inclusive, if we are truly inclusive to the diversity of our audiences, the accessibility should be covered “

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