The Elephant in the Room: Navigating Employee Activism and Political Polarization

Today’s workplace presents internal comms with the challenge of addressing employee activism, labor issues and politically charged social movements while maintaining engagement and trust—especially in these weeks leading up to the presidential election. With the rise of strikes, protests and expectations to take a stand, leaders must navigate this perfect storm with authenticity, empathy and strategic acumen. This session explores best practices for addressing socio-political issues, fostering dialogue and aligning your values with employee concerns amidst deep polarization. You’ll learn:

• Two-Way Dialog: The importance of creating conversation between employees and leaders to cultivate a culture of trust, transparency and learning
• Activism Assessments: How to gauge the impact of employee activism at your organization.
• Politics and Elections: How to address charged issues with sensitivity and impartiality—especially surrounding the election
• Employee Digital Safety on Workplace Platforms: How to provide employees an opportunity to connect and foster community while upholding the respect, integrity and open communication in digital workplace forums.