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Introducing:

The Diversity Collective

Founded by Sheetal, The Diversity Collective (TDC) is a social cooperative that operates on a fundamental principle: those with lived experience should be at the center of diversity and inclusion work – and they should be fairly compensated for their expertise.

Our Model:

TDC engages community members with relevant lived experience to facilitate bespoke training sessions. This means:

  • Facilitators share their authentic stories and expertise
  • Training is grounded in real experiences, not just theory
  • Community members are remunerated for their lived expertise
  • Participants learn directly from those most impacted
  • Underrepresented voices and stories are amplified

Our Commitment:

We create safe spaces to learn, grow and heal where participants can:

  • Ask questions without judgment
  • Explore uncomfortable topics in a supportive environment
  • Challenge their thinking and assumptions
  • Connect with diverse perspectives and experiences
  • Leave with practical tools for creating change