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"What are we really talking about when we talk about #diversity and inclusion?' Insightful conversation from @LucyCaldicott, @LenaBheeroo, @DilWijey
& Jaz Nannar, via @IoFtweets.
Key takeaways:
& Jaz Nannar, via @IoFtweets.
Key takeaways:
- Move beyond tokenistic D&I policies and really talk about power and privilege, about structures and cultures @CharitySoWhite.
- Don't expect diverse staff to lead the conversations, demand change, or feel pressured to share their personal experiences.
- Don't expect diverse staff to lead the conversations, demand change, or feel pressured to share their personal experiences.
- Ask people what terminology they prefer. BAME can be a problematic and othering. Have an open conversation and don't assume a 'label'.
- Don't wait for a crisis to make change. There is a power imbalance that is everyone's responsibility to address.
- Don't wait for a crisis to make change. There is a power imbalance that is everyone's responsibility to address.
- Genuine efforts needed with #recruitment processes - not just tickbox exercises. Have a plan, recruit in the right manner, and challenge leadership: what measures are in place to stop people recruiting in their own likeness?
- Do some reading, educate yourself, challenge the status quo.
- Among others, check out:
http://Theotherbox.org @CharitySoWhite @BlackCurriculum @ukblm @ChangeOutOrg
- Among others, check out:
http://Theotherbox.org @CharitySoWhite @BlackCurriculum @ukblm @ChangeOutOrg
