Hi,
I'm Joseph
Counselor, Educator, Scholar, and Leading Expert on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion with 15+ Years of Professional Experience
Joseph Williams, Ph.D., is a tenured full professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and the founder of Affirm Consulting LLC, a premier provider of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) services. Since its launch in 2019, Affirm Consulting has partnered with K–16 schools, behavioral health organizations, and nonprofits to advance equity-focused initiatives through training, consultation, and organizational transformation.
A dynamic and engaging speaker, Dr. Williams has delivered over 100 workshops, seminars, and equity audits across the U.S. and internationally. His work is widely recognized for being practical, actionable, and grounded 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
