#DIRC23 videos are now available!

The sixth annual Diversity & Inclusion Research Conference (#DIRC23) took place on November 16, 2023, as a half-day virtual event.

Please visit the DIRC23 video playlist on the DIRC YouTube Channel to view the complete list of videos.

DIRC23 Presenters

DIRC23 Agenda

12:00-12:15 - Opening remarks and explanation of how the event will be conducted

12:15-1:15 - A series of lightning talks describing real-world case studies showing measurable impact, as well as initiatives and framework directly related to creating and measuring DEI Impact.

1:15-2:15 - What is the future of DEI? The first roundtable introduced a number of topics, which were then discussed by the audience in the breakout sessions.

2:15-3:15 - Multiple simultaneous breakout sessions, each focused on a specific topic. Each breakout was asked to generate 2-3 specific recommendations to shape the DEI Impact Framework. Topics included:

  • The future of DEI leaders

  • DEI terminology and definitions

  • A DEI Impact Guide for the industry

  • What is DEI impact?

  • DEI as an organizational practice

  • What is the why behind the why?

  • The crucial role of managers

3:15-3:45 - BREAK.

3:45-4:45 - The second roundtable shared key findings from all the breakouts.

4:45-5:00 - The closing remarks announced details and a timeline for people to sign up to participate in the next stage of our journey.

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