Description

Upon completion of this conference, participants will be able to:

1. Describe key documented impacts of D.E.I. elimination on minority women’s advancement, leadership access, and workplace experiences.
2.  Explain how organizational structures (e.g., evaluation, promotion, supervision, and reporting systems) can reproduce inequities when D.E.I. accountability decreases.
3. Identify evidence-informed strategies that organizations and social work leaders can implement to mitigate harm and strengthen equity without relying solely on formal D.E.I. programs

 

Presenter Bio:

Tenesha Hill is a Doctor of Social Work (DSW) candidate in Administrative Leadership and Policy Practice at the University of Kentucky. She currently serves as an outpatient case manager within a public school district, where she supports students and families through behavioral health intervention, case coordination, and school-based systems collaboration. Her practice is grounded in trauma-informed care, leadership development, and equity-centered service delivery.

Hill’s capstone portfolio examines the organizational and policy implications of eliminating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives in the workforce. Her systematic literature review, conceptual paper, and practice application project collectively explore how DEI rollbacks shape workplace climate and advancement. pathways, and leadership experiences for minority women. Her work highlights evidence-based mechanisms that promote equity within leadership structures and identifies practical strategies institutions can implement to sustain inclusive practices even in restrictive policy environments.

In addition to her academic research, Hill contributes to community-based evaluation projects and statewide social work initiatives, reflecting her commitment to strengthening organizational capacity and expanding equity-driven approaches across systems. She has been recognized for her leadership potential, academic excellence, and dedication to advancing social justice within administrative and policy contexts.

Hill aims to continue her work in organizational leadership and state-level policy practice, to enhance workplace equity, inform policy development, and support underserved communities through evidence-informed structural change.

 

Delivery Method: Live Interactive Training via Zoom Video Conferencing

Session not eligible for CE credit.

Target Audience: This conference is intended for social workers and students.

 

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in these presentations are those of the individual presenters and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of the University of Kentucky or the College of Social Work. The inclusion of any topics, perspectives, or discussions is intended for academic engagement and does not constitute endorsement by the institution.