This lecture will provide a brief description of the 7 Identity Contingencies that are in action in everyday social interactions with others in diverse social interactions. Examples of how the seven (7) major identity statuses used in the United States assigned to individuals. Lisa Sechrest-Ehrhardt, PHD, MSW, LMSW is a dynamic professional social worker whose career has focused on social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Dr. Sechrest-Ehrhardt earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Virginia, a Master of Social Work from Boston College Graduate School of Social Work, and a Doctor of Philosophy from The Catholic University of America, National School of Social Service. She has over 25 years providing interactive diversity trainings and workshops to community organizations, schools, and businesses. Her professional vision is to build bridges that connect various populations with a goal of achieving social justice, equity, and inclusion, and to celebrate diversity. Dr. Sechrest-Ehrhardt is the owner of Sechrest Diversity LLC. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx