Beyond the Desk: Health and wellness for Black women at work
Executive summary
Black women face unique challenges in the workplace that can severely impact their health and wellness, both physical and mental. Catalyst research has found that over half of Black Women report feeling “on guard” at work, which can lead to what we call the Emotional Tax. This is when feeling different from peers in the workplace because of gender, race, and/or ethnicity affects health, well-being, and the ability to thrive at work.
To our speakers, prioritizing the health and wellness of Black women employees is not only a moral imperative but also a strategic business decision. Companies that actively support the well-being of their Black women employees experience higher retention rates, increased productivity, and a more inclusive work culture. By fostering an environment where Black women feel valued and supported, businesses can unlock the full potential of their talent pool and drive innovation and success. Furthermore, promoting diversity and inclusion has been shown to enhance company reputation and attract top talent across all demographics.
Join our panel of experts for Black History Month to discuss:
- How Emotional Tax shows up in the workplace, both quietly and overtly
- How leaders can leverage Catalyst’s Listen, Learn, Link up, Lead model to better support their Black women employees
- Best practices from industry leaders for creating empowering and successful workplaces that work for Black women
Speakers:
- Omo Akintan, Chief People Officer, University Pension Plan
- Brandi Carson, Sr. Director and Head of Events, Catalyst
- Sheree R. Curry, Journalist and Communications Strategist
- Alvine Tremoulet, Global Director internal and external engagement - Institute for Translational Equitable Medicines, Pfizer
- Anne Sempowski Ward, Board Director & Advisor