Assess Honestly
Cultivate Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
U.S.-Philippines Bilateral Relations
Philippines Daily Media Review, Tuesday, March 15
The CG
100

What does "SWOT" in "SWOT Analysis" stand for?

Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats

100

1CA developed a list of nine characteristics of an inclusive team. What is one?

We are curious about others’ opinions and viewpoints and actively seek them out.

We speak up when we see something that is offensive or isn’t right, without fear of retribution.

We know our strengths and weaknesses as individuals and as a team.

We are cognizant of our individual biases and work to mitigate them.

We listen without judgment.

We surround ourselves with people who are different from us in background and opinion.

We support each other, particularly in times of difficulty.

As individuals, we admit when we make mistakes and strive to grow from these mistakes.

We explore how the policies/procedures on our team favor certain groups and work to change those policies/procedures.

100

In what year did the United States establish diplomatic relations with the Philippines?

1946

100

Who is the current Philippine envoy to the United States?

Jose Manuel Romualdez

100

What is the CG’s favorite Filipino dish?

Lechon

200

What does SMART in “SMART goals” stand for?

Specific
Measurable
Attainable
Relevant
Time-bound

200

What is the first and last name of the first Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer at the Department of State?

Gina Abercrombie-Winstanley

200

How many U.S. citizens live in the Philippines?

300,000-350,000

200

According to the 2022 Pulse Asia survey results released on Monday, who are the top two choices for the President of the Philippines?

Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos and Leni Robredo

200

What is the CG’s middle initial?

G

300

One tool in assessing honestly is asking a question several times to avoid making assumptions about and to trace the chain of causality for an issue.  How many times should you ask “Why” to arrive at the root cause of the problem rather than its symptoms?

Five times
300

What is an example of a norm for discussion diversity, equity, and inclusion?

Keep an open mind.

Focus on growth and development.

Be respectful.

Create a safe space.

Participate to the extent that you are comfortable.

Assume positive intent.

Listen actively and respectfully.

Avoid generalizations. 

Elevate quieter voices.

Know that you will not "get it right" every time.

Challenge ideas, not people.

Handle disagreements with grace.

300

How many Filipino Americans live in the United States?

4 million

300

The National Capital Region and 38 other areas will likely remain under Alert Level 1 until the end of the month, said the Philippine Health Secretary. What is his name?

Francisco Duque III

300
What is the CG's birthday?
July 3
400

___________ (2 words) pursues strategic and actionable insights to make better decisions.

Data Analytics

400

Name one training course on DE&I that the Foreign Service Institute offers.

PT107: EEO/Diversity Awareness for Managers and Supervisors

PT144: Mitigating Unconscious Bias (Online Distance Learning course now available)

APD01A01: Bridging the Diversity Gap

APD01A02: Your Role in Workplace Diversity

PT218: Leading a Diverse Workforce

MQ802 – Cross Cultural Communication for the Foreign Affairs Community

400

Who was the first U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines?

Paul Vories McNutt

400

As of yesterday, how much, in pesos, did gasoline prices go up per liter in the Philippines?

₱7.10

400

What year did the CG join the Foreign Service as a Foreign Service Officer?

2002

500

The Assess Honestly tenet is one of 5 management tenets.  What are other 3 management tenets?

Create Value 

Implement Sustainably

Plan Strategically

Think Globally

500

Cultivate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is the newest 1CA leadership tenet. Name three other leadership tenets.

Build Great Teams

Communicate

Delegate Authority - But Not Responsibility

Develop the Next Generation

Follow Courageously

Inspire

Lead by Example

Learn Constantly

Model Integrity

500

What are the three biggest people-to-people exchange programs between the United States and the Philippines?

Fulbright

International Visitor Leadership Program

Kenney-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study Program

500

A USAID-supported campaign, “Bago ang Lahat: Stories from the Youth of Our Nation’s Leaders,” recently won which prestigious award that is presented to outstanding public relations programs?

Gold Anvil

500

What is the CG’s favorite Tagalog word?

Hiraya

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