August 2026 Chapter Meeting

When we think about workplace inclusion, parental status isn’t often part of the conversation. Yet many organizations may unintentionally reinforce inequities by assuming everyone’s life follows the same path.

A growing share of today's workforce doesn't have children, and won't. Some by choice. Some not by choice. This isn't a small demographic footnote. It's reshaping what employees expect from a company the moment they sit down for an interview. Yet benefit plans, leave policies, and long‑standing cultural norms still default to parenthood, creating unintentional practices that can alienate top talent on day one. This session exposes how these blind spots quietly chip away at morale, engagement, and retention...and why inclusive design must finally recognize all employees. Attendees will walk away with bold, practical strategies to audit culture, modernize benefits and leave policies, uncover hidden bias, and build a workplace where every employee genuinely feels seen, valued, and included.

This is a conversation that will expand the way you think about equity, inclusion, and what it truly means to create a culture of belonging.