Hi,
I'm Joseph
Counselor, Educator, Scholar, and Leading Expert on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion with 12+ Years of Professional Experience.
Joseph Williams, Ph.D., is a tenured full professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. In 2019, he founded Affirm Consulting LLC, which has quickly become a leading provider of comprehensive Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) services and consultation to K-16 schools, behavioral healthcare organizations and providers, and non-profits. A dynamic and engaging speaker, Joseph has led nearly 100 workshops, seminars, and equity audits on diversity, equity, and inclusion DEI topics nationally and internationally. His work is practical, actionable, and rooted in cutting-edge research.
Services
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We provide customized in-person or virtual professional development and continuing education training tailored to your specific DEI needs. We focus on providing actionable methods to support change and meet the experience level of your attendees.
Professional Development
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Consultation
We provide virtual or in-person DEI consulting services, which include assessments, strategies, and support for implementing DEI initiatives. Our DEI audits pinpoint strengths and areas for improvement in your current policies, procedures, and practices.
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Speaking Engagements
We deliver passionate, inspiring, research-based keynotes on diversity, equity, inclusion, and leadership.
What People Say
“I would like to emphasize how talented Dr. Williams is at communicating about topics surrounding biases, discrimination, and equity. While being cognizant of his own potential biases, he explains complex and emotionally charged sociocultural concepts with great clarity, even to ambivalent or skeptical audiences. His translation of research encourages self-reflection and promotes evidence-based behavior change. I recommend Dr. Williams without hesitation”
Anonymous,
Behavioral Health Equity Consultant
