Resources
Workplace Culture Online Training courses
What does “mobbing” mean in the workplace?
A form of psychological abuse that occurs in the shadows of the workplace. It happens when someone in a position of authority manipulates their colleagues or peers into isolation, discrediting, or ganging up on a single individual.
Women of Inspiration award nominee
Kelly Cooper has been nominated for the Women of Inspiration Award. Decision will be made November 20, 2025! Read what Kelly had to say about the nomination on LinkedIn:...
Navigate Social Intelligence with a Community of Support
We have witnessed an increase in interest and need for support for those navigating challenging workplace cultures. CSI is responding to that need.
Once a month, starting in April, CSI will host a free one hour drop-in call for anyone seeking answers to their questions regarding their workplace culture issues. We welcome people from all sectors and all levels within their organization. We want this to be a supportive community to help you feel empowered with the knowledge and skills you need to make your workplace as welcoming, safe and effective for everyone.
Please note these group meetings will not be recorded to guarantee your information is not distributed and remains within the group.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
The CSI Team
If this support group is for you, sign up to the list below. In early April we will be in touch with you by email with details including date, time and virtual link to the call.
Blog
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Unveiling Traditional Leadership, One Clue at a Time
Remember the game Clue? I loved that game — going from room to room trying figure out “who done it” and with what means? I’ve been racking my brain for months on a “crime/wrongdoing” committed in the workplace, a situation where individual agendas caused a few people...
Top 5 Resources for Supporting Work-Life Balance
Here’s my top 5 ideas for supporting your team with work-life balance: 1. Encourage socializing - Don’t look down on employees for having water cooler conversations or chatting in between assignments — better yet, join in when it makes sense to do so! Encouraging...
Have We Gone Too Far with Diversity, Equity and Inclusion?
As a business transformation expert who understands that organizations need to make changes over time on how they operate, and someone who has focused on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) over the last decade, I understand how there is a balance needed on...
Think gender-based violence outside the workplace doesn’t affect your business? Think again. Here’s my story.
My husband and I decided to go out on the town this past NYE – get dressed up and find somewhere where we could have dinner and dance to live music. I found a great dress, put on the heels for the first time since covid hit, and we were off. The evening was going...
Top 10 things leaders can do to create gender equality in the workplace
Like all great leaders, and as further explained in my book Lead the Change – The Competitive Advantage of Gender Diversity and Inclusion, there are key actions that can be taken now to help improve gender equality in the workplace. Here are a few thoughts to get your...
The Path of Least Resistance
As pointed out in my book Lead the Change – The Competitive Advantage of Gender Diversity and Inclusion - we live in an increasingly culturally diverse country and Canadian businesses must engage all facets of the current workforce that are available to them to...
Free Resources
Addressing Systemic Gender, Diversity & Inclusion Issues in The Forest Sector
The Free to Grow in Forestry Initiative was officially launched in November 2018. The Centre for Social Intelligence secured funding for the Canadian Institute of Forestry from the department for Women and Gender Equality (WAGE). This innovative partnership...
Inclusion Growth Curve Guide
Using proven techniques based on years of research and leading edge thinking, CSI takes away your confusion about how to get started on mainstreaming diversity & inclusion in the workplace at a national sector level. Not sure where to begin? Download our...
What Men Can Easily Do To Support Diversity & Inclusion
Traditionally, men dominate decision making in many work environments EVERYONE benefits when there is diversity & inclusion at all levels, including upper management. And it’s at this level, the C-suite, where, historically, women have been missing. There is...
Become a Diverse & Inclusive Organization
You know your organization could do better at meeting a more diverse & inclusive workforce, but how do you present a case to your C-suite that will make them pay attention? Download a free guide that explains how and what to include in your business case. We cover...
Media
Canadian Council of Forest Ministers (CCFM) recognizes Free to Grow in Forestry
https://www.ccfm.org/canadians-and-communities/forests-an-integral-part-of-our-communities/
May 2025 – Article in The Intelligent Miner
Link to the article: https://theintelligentminer.com/2025/04/30/social-intelligence-meets-digital-transformation-the-future-of-mining-organisations/
Social Intelligence article from HR Talent Magazine (Feb-March 2025)
Link to the article (note, free subscription required after first visit): https://www.talentcanada.ca/why-social-intelligence-is-the-competitive-edge-every-workplace-needs/
Women of Inspiration award nominee
Kelly Cooper has been nominated for the Women of Inspiration Award. Decision will be made November 20, 2025! Read what Kelly had to say about the nomination on LinkedIn:...
CBC Radio Panel Interview on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion – January 22, 2025
Diversity programs are being rolled back -- what does it all mean? Link to the interview: https://www.cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-189-blue-sky/clip/16122932-diversity-programs-rolled-back-mean
Kelly Cooper is awarded the GENDER, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION AWARD
The 2024 recipient is Kelly L. Cooper of Ottawa, ON. This Award was newly added to the CIF-IFC National Awards Program in 2021 and recognizes individuals who make significant, unique, and outstanding contributions to advance gender equity, equality, diversity and...
Recent Events
June 2024 – IUFRO World Forest Conference – Sweden
Presented on the Free to Grow in Forestry Movement Recognized as the leading initiative worldwide to affect change on inclusion in the forest sector.
