how does your commitment to DEI show itself in small, daily interactions?
We often emphasize that DEI is everyone's responsibility within the organization. How then does your commitment demonstrate itself daily, particularly if you don't hold a specific DEI-related role?
Here is a quick checklist for you! 📝
✅ I introduce myself with my pronouns
✅I make an effort to learn someone’s name and address them the way they want
✅I apologize when called out without defending my intention
✅I’m open to other ideas even if I’ve brought my ready solutions to the table
✅I seek out advice from people from different backgrounds
✅I use inclusive language in every day communication
✅I pay attention to whether everyone has the same airtime during meetings
✅I ensure accessibility of what I write
✅I react and respond to microaggressions
✅I highlight contributions of underrepresented colleagues
✅I'm sensitive and agile to cultural communication differences
✅I advocate for underrepresented colleagues when they are not in the room
✅I recognize and celebrate cultural and identity-based practices of others
✅I reflect on my own privileges and consider how they impact my interactions