Belonging is a fundamental human need (Baumeister & Leary, 1995), and while our need to belong might vary for different contexts and situations, generally speaking, it is considered an essential ...

The importance of fostering a sense of belonging in educational learning spaces cannot be overstated. Research has shown that students who feel a strong sense of belonging in these environments are ...

Let’s discuss how workplace belonging drives entrepreneurial success and the ways in which leaders can foster and encourage it. When employees feel a sense of belonging in the workplace, they’re free ...

Belonging is about fit—it requires mutual effort and alignment. In theory, the idea of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives is a great one. Who doesn’t want a diverse city, a more ...

We all need to be accepted. It's that feeling of walking into a room and instantly feeling at home. It's knowing that we not only share a connection with other people but are accepted and valued by ...

This article is a part of the DEI Resource Highlight series. Receiving an invitation to a co-worker’s child’s high school graduation party or informal happy hour. Acquiring information about how to ...