Building Inclusion Through Reflection and Hospitality
Sukkot, also known as the Feast of Tabernacles, is a week-long Jewish holiday that usually falls in late September or October. It commemorates the Israelites’ journey through the desert after leaving Egypt and celebrates the autumn harvest. Families traditionally build sukkahs—temporary shelters decorated with natural materials—where meals are shared as a reminder of resilience, gratitude, and the importance of community.
Looking for a quick, actionable way to acknowledge Sukkot? This post gives you a fast, DIY DEI tip you can apply right now.
Why This Holiday Matters
Sukkot is more than a harvest festival. Here’s how it connects to inclusion at work:
✅ It reminds us of the importance of shelter, safety, and belonging—values essential to an inclusive workplace.
✅ It highlights hospitality and generosity, inviting all people to share in food and community.
✅ It encourages reflection on resilience during transitions and challenges, a theme relevant for teams navigating change.
✅ It builds cultural humility by uplifting Jewish traditions often overlooked in broader holiday calendars.
Acknowledging Sukkot at work demonstrates respect for Jewish colleagues while inspiring reflection on community and care.
One Inclusive Celebration Idea
Try this meaningful, inclusive activity to honor Sukkot in the workplace:
Host a “Shared Shelter” Reflection Circle.
Here’s how:
- Create a welcoming space: Set up a symbolic “shelter” in the office or virtual meeting background with natural imagery or fall décor.
- Offer reflection prompts: Invite team members to share thoughts like:
- What makes you feel most supported at work?
- How does community help you through times of uncertainty?
- Encourage connection: Frame the activity around resilience and hospitality—two core themes of Sukkot.
This reflection circle strengthens bonds while honoring Jewish colleagues’ traditions.
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Pause & Reflect
How can your workplace create “shelter” for employees—spaces of trust, care, and belonging—throughout the year?
