The Fearless Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Practitioner
Leading DEI with Impact and Sustainability 2024
Roman Ruzbacky, Fiona Krautil, Tom Verghese. Foreword by Moira Rayner.
About the Book
To make real change in the world of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, you can’t settle for ordinary. You must be bold, vulnerable and courageous. You must become a fearless practitioner. Brilliantly attuned to the opportunities and challenges of driving impactful DEI leadership in a range of settings, this book offers a pragmatic and engaging approach to embedding sustainable change for practitioners at all career stages. Written by a trio of seasoned, passionate experts, this is not just another book of DEI theory. Instead, it gets to the heart of implementing meaningful, evidence based DEI systemic change from the ground up. This rich collection of personal insights, case studies, strategies and tools show you how to tangibly integrate DEI into the fabric of organisations, building resilience and adaptability alongside an ongoing career with purpose.
Roman Ruzbacky Fiona Krautil Tom Verghese
CHAPTERS
SECTION 1
Chapter 1: Why we do what we do?
Chapter 2: Leading DEI with Head, Heart and Hands
Chapter 3: Being a fearless DEI leader
SECTION 2
Chapter 4: Leading yourself
Chapter 5: Leading inclusive teams
Part One: Why and What
Part Two: How
Chapter 6: Leading an organisation
Chapter 7: What is legacy for us?
BRISBANE BOOK LAUNCH
Following on from our successful book launches in Melbourne and Sydney in 2024, we warmly invite you to our Brisbane book launch on the morning of Friday 21 February 2025.
Join authors Fiona Krautil, Roman Ruzbacky for an interactive discussion and Q&A, moderated by James Hare, on what it means to be a fearless DEI practitioner in a time of uncertainty and resistance. We will discuss some of the qualities, traits and practices of the fearless DEI leader, including longevity and contributing to the legacy of others, and ‘finding your fearless’.
We will also touch on two DEI frameworks that we have created. One is to influence others, called the 3H model – Head, Heart and Hands. When effectively utilised, all three elements work together to champion the DEI transformation agenda. The second framework is a leadership model which represents leading one’s Self, Teams, and Organisations (STO). For effective DEI strategy design and execution, all three elements must work together.
Event Details
- Friday 21 February 7.30am to 9.00am
- Michael Page, 100 Creek Street Brisbane City, QLD 4000
- Free Book Launch Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-fearless-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-practitioner-event-tickets-1136963982879?aff=oddtdtcreator
- A signed copy of the book can be purchased at the event
- 10% of book sales will be donated to The Indigenous Literacy Foundation
- Thanks to our host partner Michael Page
BRISBANE BOOK LAUNCH
QLD Public Sector, AHRI & Griffith Uni, Michael Page
SYDNEY BOOK LAUNCH
Page Executive Sydney
MELBOURNE BOOK LAUNCH
Tania Finnie at Engineers Australia
Testimonials
“I just finished reading Fearless Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Practitioner by the incredible Fiona Krautil, Roman Ružbacký and Tom Verghese – and wow, what a brilliant read!”
” Co-authored by the extraordinary Fiona Krautil, Roman Ružbacký, and Tom Verghese, this book is not just a guide, it has the potential to create a ripple effect, inspiring leaders and organisations to embed evidence-based DEI practices and drive meaningful, lasting change. This book is a powerful guide for those committed to driving real change in the DEI space.”
“Roman Ružbacký, Fiona Krautil, and Tom Verghese – trailblazers who have pushed boundaries, broken barriers, and created ripples that have shaped the DEI landscape for all of us. Now, they’re passing the torch to the next generation of DEI practitioners with the launch of their game-changing book”
“I was lucky enough to receive a signed copy from Fiona, and it became my travel companion on my recent trip. They have done an exceptional job of breaking down DEI concepts into simple yet powerful tools, backed by case studies that really show the impact of putting these ideas into practice.
“This book has something for every practitioner or anyone committed to driving meaningful change in the DEI space. This book is not just a practical guide but a heartfelt reminder that DEI work, when done fearlessly, can reshape our workplaces and communities.”
PAPERBACK COPY
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Hard Copy $39.95 AUD + $12.55 postage in Australia (196 pages)
All books are bubble wrapped and mailed in padded bag.
E-BOOK
Kindle Australia E-Book $11.99 AUD
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