At the heart of advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives lies a fundamental truth: trust is a non-negotiable. This client spotlight tells...
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Our blog page offers personal reflections and professional resources on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Here you can find explanations of DEI services and our team’s industry best practices. Check it out and share with your community. If you have a request or an idea email us at support@constructthepresent.com
Voices of Construct The Present: Black History Month 2024
Construct the Present is a Black woman owned diversity, equity, and inclusion firm based out of Portland, Oregon. February is a time for us to reflect on how...
5 Lessons from Radical Candor on effective communication among diverse teams
In today's dynamic workplaces, effective team communication is not just a buzzword; it's the cornerstone of collaboration, innovation, and ultimately,...
How to Hire with Intention
Construct The Present (Certified B corp) is starting the year off strong with a team we are so proud of! I feel honored to work alongside Alexis BralyJames...
Dressing for your OWN Standard
How I Set the Tone for the Day Setting the tone for the day starts with the closet. It creates a conversation with the creative part of your brain, the pulse...
Holiday Season Inclusion and Belonging
In a world filled with material abundance, the true value of experiences often helps strengthen organizational culture. How do you do this in an inclusive...
The “Gift” of Feedback
As we approach the end of the year and immerse ourselves in the holiday season, let us not forget End of Year Reviews! (The crowd goes wild!) Hmm, maybe End...
Celebrating Neurodiversity: Unmasking in the Workplace
In October, we celebrate the neurodivergent community and embrace our differences, including ADHD, autism, and more. October is Halloween season, which...
Thankstaking: The Untold Truth of Thanksgiving
As we get ready to gather around tables laden with turkey and trimmings, celebrating with family and friends, we must acknowledge the overlooked history that...
Responding to a Global Crisis or Current Event
In times of global crisis or current events, employers have a role to play beyond just keeping the business moving forward. We are leaders, not just in the...
Seventh Generation Thinking
August is World Indigenous Peoples' Day. Construct the Present draws from the wisdom of many First Nation cultures in our mission to liberate the...
Addressing the Racial Wealth Gap
April is tax season so we are taking the time to think about the existing racial wealth gap in the US. Systemic racism has been the culprit of...
How To Be An Ally During Women’s History Month
Not All Women's Rights Were Created Equal During Women's History Month, we celebrate and honor the struggle for women's liberation. Women of color,...
Celebrate Real Black History
Correcting the Narrative on Black History For Black History Month, we are dispelling myths that persist about the Black community. Too often we are taught...
The Future of Work Starts Today: new commitments
This Year at CTP we are renewing our commitment to change with a recommitment to practice. We acknowledge that change is constant and our workplaces benefit...
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