Inclusion as a Key to Success of Diversity Efforts (2021)-M2-RCP02-2021

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The video discusses allyship in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), emphasizing its importance as a lifelong practice. It introduces strategies for being a better ally, highlighting the need to understand unconscious biases and microaggressions. It explains the three types of microaggressions: microinsults, microassaults, and microinvalidations, and their negative impacts. The talk encourages using inclusive language, becoming educated on biases, and being proactive in calling out inappropriate behavior. The Harvard Implicit Association Test and other resources are recommended for understanding personal biases. <br /><br />Additional presentations discuss why diversity without inclusion fails, noting that although diversity can be superficially present, a lack of genuine inclusion creates toxic environments. Examples from different sectors demonstrate how perceived and actual discrimination occurs, resulting in minority groups feeling unwelcome and often facing barriers to success. Emphasis is placed on the need for leadership commitment in fostering inclusive cultures, as well as creating opportunities for dialogue and understanding across diverse groups. <br /><br />Overall, the presentations advocate for mindful DEI efforts to empower everyone, fostering a stronger, more inclusive, and productive environment. They underline that inclusion and diversity, when effectively integrated, lead to mutual benefits and higher achievements for individuals and organizations alike.

Keywords

allyship

diversity

equity

inclusion

unconscious biases

microaggressions

inclusive language

leadership commitment