More than 30 communications professionals joined four local diversity, equity, and inclusion experts for Minnesota PRSA’s sixth annual Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Forum on Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025, Attendees learned what challenges communities are facing during this moment in history and what communicators can do to help.

Some key takeaways included:

It’s more important than ever to show up for communities. Attend events, ask hard questions and show solidarity.
No matter your role, we can all look for ways to bring diversity, equity and inclusion into our work.
Despite what you may be hearing in the news, senior leaders in business continue to prioritize diversity, equity and inclusion as a business imperative according to Padilla’s annual C-suite Perspectives Study.
Shared equity leadership is a framework that can help move organizations forward. The three main elements of shared equity leadership are:
Individuals have gone through a personal journey that solidifies their commitment to equity
The group shares the same set of values
A set of practices or expectations the group is committed to bringing to life every day
Ecosystems don’t thrive when it’s a monoculture. Nature has taught us that diversity is necessary for growth.
Empathy and courage need to be encouraged.
Be mindful of who needs to be seen.
Lean into your discomfort and use your power.

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