Ep 57 B is for Belonging: How Defining the Concepts of Othering and Belonging is the Bridge to the Future

In this episode of The Forum Podcast, Adriana Ponce-Matteccui (Rubicon Programs) provides an introduction into the concepts of othering and belonging and practical ways to start introducing belonging into your organization or workplace. Belonging is a fundamental need for human beings. The feeling that you don’t belong can be as stressful as physical pain. When you add elevated fears about health or economic uncertainty, belonging at work becomes more important than ever for employee engagement. If you have stopped your efforts at inclusion, you are missing a critical component. Learning Outcomes Deep knowledge and understanding of Belonging, Othering, and Inclusion Master the process for consensus building on shared language Capacity to analyze and evaluate your company's environmental, social, cultural state of belonging.