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Feb. 22, 2024

Unveiling the iCAT™ Tool

Dive deeper into the groundbreaking iCAT™ tool and discover its potential to revolutionize your healthcare organization. This innovative solution leverages AI and research to assess and optimize your culture, leading to improved patient care, a thriving workforce, and sustainable success.

Feb. 15, 2023

Driving Future Business Success

A square graphic where the top half is filled with an image of a BLack man wearing a black suit and orange button down holding a white piggy bank. Copy reads: 2024 Early Registration Now Open. New Certification Candidates registering for IDC's 2024 self-study or online programs can save 50% off the 2023 fee! Use Promo Code: EARLY (Expires December 31, 2023 at 5pm ET).

IDC is proud to partner with The Conference Board on their 28th Annual Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion event, "Driving Future Business Success!" This in-person gathering (March 5-6 at the Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead) will share real-world experiences and solutions:

Unfiltered insights: Go beyond stories, learn the "how" behind the results, including challenges and course corrections.
Actionable takeaways: Apply diverse industry experiences to your own initiatives.
Powerful connections: Network with CDOs, executives, HR professionals.

Discounts for YOU!

SFDSTUDENT: $795
DEISFD: $1295 (reg. $1995)

Jan. 16, 2024

Board Meetings

Our board and committees meet regularly to provide guidance and support to management, foster a culture of accountability and transparency, and protect the interests of the organization's stakeholders. Meet IDC's Leadership

Upcoming Meetings:

March 20, 2024
June 13, 2024
September 11, 2024
December, 11, 2024

Oct. 11, 2023

YMCA of Greater Indianapolis Annual Toy Drive

The Society for Diversity and Institute for Diversity Certification believe in giving back to our communities. We believe that everyone deserves an opportunity to succeed, regardless of their background or circumstances.

That's why we support the YMCA toy drive, which helps to ensure that every child has a happy holiday season.

The YMCA toy drive provides new and unwrapped toys to children in need. The toys are distributed to families through a variety of programs, including after-school programs, summer camps, and holiday assistance programs.

The YMCA toy drive is a vital part of our community, and it helps to make a difference in the lives of thousands of children each year. We encourage everyone to support the YMCA toy drive by donating toys, volunteering their time, or making a financial donation.

Sept. 22, 2023

DEI Messaging for Executives

DEI is essential for organizations that want to be successful. However, many executives struggle with how to effectively communicate their commitment to DEI to their employees and stakeholders.

Leah Smiley, CDE® and Dr. D. I. Lee, CDE® will provide executives with the tools they need to create a shared understanding of DEI within their organizations. They will discuss the importance of managing diversity as an ongoing process, the value of consistent language for trust and credibility, and how to ensure unbiased assessments.

Sept. 15, 2023

CDP® Study Guide

The 2023 CDP® Study Guide is available for Candidates and Designees in CourseNetworking. Login to download your digital copy!

Sept. 4, 2023

Annual Report

Learn more about our program and some of our accomplishments! Download the 2022 Annual Report

Jul. 7, 2023

Post-Affirmative Action: The Future is Bright!

This is a story about elevation, hope, and triumph. The Society for Diversity team, Dr. Delmar Lee, CDE®, and Tavis Smiley, owner of KBLA1580 am talk radio, create this SAFE space to come together to provide solutions, uplift, and encourage one another as DEI professionals and practitioners.

May 31, 2023

Candidate Handbooks

New handbooks for the Certified Diversity Professional (CDP)® and Certified Diversity Executive (CDE)® are here! Your handbooks provides comprehensive information about the certification program, including the exam content, application process, and resources for preparing for the exam. Download yours today on the Resources page!

Apr. 21, 2023

DEI Explained: What Leadership Is Not Being Told

Need help selling certification to your executives? Leah Smiley, CDE® and Dr. Delmar Lee, CDE® explain what leadership isn't being told in their most recent webinar. Watch now!