Dnika J. Travis, PhD
Vice President, Research
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120 Wall Street, 15th Floor, New York, New York 10005, United StatesDr. Dnika J. Travis, vice president, research at Catalyst, is a recognized researcher, educator, and change leader. At Catalyst, Dnika leads research initiatives and manages content creation. Her most recent work involves building and piloting the Catalyst Inclusion Accelerator, a diagnostic and action planning tool to help companies measure the state of inclusion for employees and teams. Dnika’s renowned research on emotional tax experienced by people of color at work, along with her expertise on engaging in tough conversations across differences, have been widely published and featured in top-tier media outlets such as CNN, Fortune, and NBC News. She was also named a “2017 Women Worth Watching” by Profiles in Diversity Journal. Prior to joining Catalyst, Dnika was an assistant professor at the University of Texas at Austin Steve Hicks School of Social Work where she maintains an affiliation as a fellow. Dnika earned her PhD from University of Southern California, MSW from the University of Michigan, and BA from Hampton University.
Dnika J.'s Latest Work
Webinar Recording: Future Workplaces that Work for Women: Five Strategies in the COVID-19 Era
Hear an overview of the Catalyst Report, Covid-19: Women, Equity, and Inclusion in the Future of Work, from our researchers.
Covid-19: Women, Equity, and Inclusion in the Future of Work (Report)
In the wake of Covid-19, Catalyst offers a path to a more equitable, inclusive, and fulfilling workplace.
Webinar Recording: Now Is The Moment for Inclusive Leadership
How can we collectively work to create a more inclusive workplace culture and society during this disruption?
Webinar Recording: Intersecting Identities and the Impact of Emotional Tax
Learn the effects of the intersecting dimensions of difference, explore tools and tips to reduce the consequences of Emotional Tax.
Report: Getting Real About Inclusive Leadership
A new study by Catalyst uncovers the role managers play in creating inclusive workplaces and highlights the elements of inclusive leadership.
Webinar Recording: Let’s Get Real About Measuring Inclusion and Getting Results
The session provides insights and tools—featuring the Catalyst Inclusion Accelerator diagnostic tool—to drive and measure inclusion.
Webinar Recording: International Women’s Day 2019
Over the course of this webinar, we shared information you and your organization can use to create a more inclusive workplace for all individuals.
Webinar Recording: Ask the Experts—Catalyst Town Hall
Listen to this webinar recording to hear Catalyst experts answer D&I questions from the audience.
Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
Take steps now to prevent sexual harassment with these actions taken from vetted research.
Webinar Recording: Day-to-Day Experiences of Emotional Tax Among Women and Men of Color in the Workplace
Listen to this webinar recording to hear the findings from the new report, Day-to-Day Experiences of Emotional Tax Among Women and Men of Color in the Workplace.
Day-to-Day Experiences of Emotional Tax Among Women and Men of Color in the Workplace
Learn what Emotional Tax is and how it affects both employees of color and organizations.
Webinar Recording: Inclusive Communication
Listen to this webinar recording to hear insights from Catalyst's tool, Engaging in Conversations About Gender, Race, and Ethnicity.
Webinar Recording: Starting Conversations About Gender, Race, and Ethnicity in the Workplace
Talking about our differences is difficult. Discussing how some aspects of your identities differ from other people’s—and ways you may…
Webinar Recording: Day-to-Day Experiences of Inclusion and Exclusion Part II
Listen to the recording of the second part of the discussion of Catalyst's new research report, The Day-to-Day Experiences of Workplace Inclusion and Exclusion.
Webinar Recording: Day-to-Day Experiences of Workplace Inclusion and Exclusion – Part I
Listen to this webinar recording as we reveal findings that distinguish the most inclusive workplaces from those that fall short of this ideal.
Emotional Tax: How Black Women and Men Pay More at Work and How Leaders Can Take Action
Emotional Tax is the experience of being different from peers because of your gender/race/ethnicity and the associated detrimental effects
Tool: Engaging in Conversations About Gender, Race, and Ethnicity in the Workplace
Learn how to acknowledge—and work through—roadblocks (i.e., beliefs, attitudes, or experiences) that can stifle conversations.
Report: The Day-To-Day Experiences of Workplace Inclusion and Exclusion
What does inclusion look and feel like to you? How about to your colleagues?
Report: India Inc.: From Intention to Impact
Many companies in India are having trouble using diversity-focused policies to create an inclusive workplace where women can succeed.
Webinar Recording: Curb Recruiting Costs, Boost Retention, and Increase Engagement by Shifting Your Workplace Culture
This webinar explored the culture gap and importantly how to build an inclusive culture where all employees feel included and empowered to contribute.
Report: Think People, Not Just Programs, to Build Inclusive Workplaces
To create high-performing work cultures, business leaders must pay attention to the people side—how employees connect to the company.
Webinar Recording: Culture Matters: Unpacking Change and Achieving Inclusion
This webinar explored Catalyst's Culture Matters: Unpacking Change and Achieving Inclusion research report.
Report: Culture Matters: Unpacking Change and Achieving Inclusion
This study presents a Corporate Practice Change Model to navigate change and promote inclusion.
Report: Corporate Landscape in Mexico: Understanding Approaches to Talent Management and Women’s Inclusion
To remain competitive in this global business landscape, talent management—in particular a focus on diversity and inclusion—is critical.
Informe: Panorama Corporativo en México: Análisis de las Estrategias de la Gestión de Talento e Inclusión de las Mujeres
Las mujeres en México representan una proporción significativa del talento disponible.