Tiny Rice Grains - by Lyn R Lee (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Tiny Rice Grains explores the human side of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). Given the business case that diverse and inclusive organizations thrive and drive better performance, the question begs to be asked: why are so many organizations still struggling to implement and embed DEI in the workplace? The book explores this question and tackles how DEI strategies are often approached--as standalone initiatives rather than being woven into the fabric of the organization. Too many people are still afraid to have brave conversations and confront uncomfortable truths in the realm of DEI. What strikes me as I work in this area is the impact that small actions can have. Like dropping a single rice grain into water creates ripples, small acts of kindness and inclusion can have ripple effects, inspiring others to do the same and creating a cascading impact for those around us. Each of our small actions adds up to a greater whole. DEI doesn't need one passionate person leading the charge. It needs all of us to do our part, in whatever small ways we can, to make our workplaces more inclusive.

About the Author

Lyn Lee, an influential figure in the diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) space, brings a wealth of experience and a uniquely Asian perspective to her debut book, Tiny Rice Grains. She is the first Asian woman to be appointed as Shell's Global Chief DE&I Officer in 2018 and remained in position till her early retirement in December 2024. Under Lyn's leadership and vision for DEI, Shell has received numerous awards, including the Cannes Corporate Media & TV Awards and EVCOM Clarion GOLD Award for its DEI engagement and communications strategy; the Brandon Hall DEI GOLD Award for Best Advance in Leadership Development for Women and Best Use of AI to Improve Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Programmes. She also serves as the chairwoman of the board of advisers for the School of Humanities & Interdisciplinary Studies at Ngee Ann Polytechnic, Singapore. When not championing DEI initiatives, the mother of two daughters loves the thrill of hiking through unchartered territories and was a travel concierge for Bhutan. The WSET (Wine and Spirits Education Trust)-certified woman enjoys learning about wines and making new friends.