Driving Dialogue, Building Belonging
Unlock your organization's potential with VICOM's Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) training programs. Our tailored strategies cover vital topics like unconscious bias, inclusive leadership, hiring for diversity, neurodiversity, and building an anti-racist culture. Elevate your workforce's performance and create a more inclusive workplace today. Contact us to start your journey towards equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Our Founder & CEO
Comfort Fadugba, the visionary Founder and CEO of VICOM Consulting Company Inc., is a trailblazer in the realm of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) training, setting the standard for excellence and innovation on a global scale. With a profound understanding of diversity cultivated through international travels and extensive experience, Comfort transcends traditional boundaries to bring a fresh and dynamic approach to EDI practices.
Acknowledged by AngelHack as one of the Top 15 Women Disrupting the Status Quo, Comfort's leadership catalyzes significant advancements in fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion worldwide. Her advocacy efforts have not only garnered international recognition but have also sparked transformative change in promoting social justice and equality across various sectors.
In her role as a Board Director at the Vancouver Police Board, where she serves as the Chair of the Stakeholder and Public Engagement Committee, Comfort exemplifies tireless dedication to championing accountability, transparency, and community engagement in policing practices. Her commitment to challenging systemic inequalities and advocating for justice positions her as a trailblazer in driving positive social change.
With a distinguished background in social justice advocacy, Comfort has spearheaded transformative initiatives at organizations such as the MOSAIC Centre for Diversity and the Boys and Girls Club of Canada, where she has been instrumental in fostering inclusivity and equity. Her impact extends globally, as demonstrated by her leadership in empowering women-owned businesses across Africa to secure over $18 million in corporate contracts through the world's largest Supplier Diversity organization.
COMFORT FADUGBA
FOUNDER & CEO
Who We Are
Land Acknowledgement
We acknowledge with deep reverence that VICOM Consulting Company is situated on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the Coast Salish peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
We recognize the profound impact of systemic racism and historical injustices on Indigenous communities, and we stand in solidarity as allies committed to amplifying their voices and advocating for justice and equity.
VICOM Consulting Company is dedicated to the ongoing work of Truth and Reconciliation, understanding that reconciliation is not a one-time event but a continuous journey of learning, unlearning, and taking meaningful action.
We acknowledge the resilience and strength of Indigenous peoples and their enduring presence on this land. We honor their cultural heritage, traditions, and knowledge, and commit to fostering a workplace environment that values diversity, inclusion, and respect for all.
As we strive to create a more just and equitable society, VICOM Consulting Company is unwavering in our pledge to support Truth and Reconciliation efforts and contribute to making life better for all those impacted by systemic racism.
Inclusive Hiring Practices: Building a Diverse Workforce
Focus: Strategies for attracting and retaining diverse talent, eliminating bias in recruitment, and creating an inclusive hiring process.
Unconscious Bias: Awareness and Mitigation
Focus: Understanding unconscious bias, its impact on workplace decisions, and techniques to mitigate its effects.
Creating an Anti-Racist Workplace
Focus: Identifying and addressing systemic racism in the workplace, promoting anti-racist policies, and fostering a culture of inclusion and respect.
Neurodiversity in the Workplace: Embracing Different Thinkers
Focus: Understanding neurodiversity, creating supportive environments for neurodivergent employees, and leveraging diverse cognitive strengths.
Gender Equality: Breaking Barriers and Building Bridges
Focus: Addressing gender bias, promoting gender equality, and creating opportunities for all genders to succeed in the workplace.
LGBTQ+ Inclusion: Creating a Safe and Supportive Workplace
Focus: Understanding LGBTQ+ issues, fostering an inclusive environment, and implementing policies that support LGBTQ+ employees.
Cultural Competence: Navigating a Diverse Workplace
Focus: Enhancing cultural awareness, improving cross-cultural communication, and creating a culturally competent organization.
Addressing Microaggressions: Promoting Respect and Inclusion
Focus: Identifying and addressing microaggressions, their impact on employees, and strategies to create a more respectful workplace.
Inclusive Leadership: Leading with Equity and Empathy
Focus: Developing leadership skills that promote EDI, fostering inclusive teams, and driving organizational change towards greater equity.
Disability Inclusion: Creating Accessible Work Environments
Focus: Understanding the needs of employees with disabilities, implementing accessibility measures, and fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace.
Our Signature Courses
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Land Acknowledgement
We acknowledge with deep reverence that VICOM Consulting Company is situated on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the Coast Salish peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam),...
Let's Work Together
At the core of our collective ethos,
Lies a shared belief,
In the inherent goodness of individuals,
A common relief.
We aim to transcend biases,
To foster a bias-free zone,
Where performance is the beacon,
In the workplace shown.
While our aspiration is to embrace diversity with zeal,
Our reality often reflects a limited reel
The circles we frequent,
The networks we weave,
Mainly echo our likeness,
A pattern we cleave.
In the pursuit of a unified and inclusive domain,
We recognize the need to break this mundane chain,
Exposure and understanding,
The pathways we seek,
To bridge the gap,
To empower the meek.
In this journey of growth
In this quest for unity,
Training emerges as the beacon of opportunity.
A tool to enlighten,
A means to explore,
The richness of diversity,
Like never before.
Let us commit to learning,
To evolving our view,
To championing inclusivity in all that we do.
For in the tapestry of differences,
We find our strength.
In training and education,
We go to great lengths.
Inclusive Hiring Practices: Building a Diverse Workforce
Focus: Strategies for attracting and retaining diverse talent, eliminating bias in recruitment, and creating an inclusive hiring process.
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Our Signature
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Validating Awareness and Education
This component focuses on raising awareness about Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and providing comprehensive education on the principles and importance of EDI in the workplace and society.
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Inspiring Personal Connections
Emphasizing the personal relevance of EDI, this component encourages reflection on personal experiences, biases, and perspectives, while fostering empathy and understanding through meaningful conversations and storytelling.
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Cultivating Practical Application
With a focus on practical application, this component engages participants in hands-on activities, role-playing exercises, and scenario-based discussions to demonstrate the direct impact of EDI practices in daily work environments.
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Offering Continuous Support and Engagement
Providing ongoing support and resources, this component includes follow-up workshops, coaching sessions, and networking opportunities to sustain commitment to EDI, foster a sense of belonging, and encourage continuous learning and growth.
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Motivating Individuals to Action
The final component of "VICOM CAREM" focuses on motivating individuals to transition from indifference to active engagement in EDI initiatives, sparking initial interest and nurturing a genuine commitment to creating a more inclusive and equitable world for all