Unconscious Bias
The thoughts or feelings that automatically influence our judgement on who or what is.
What is Unconscious Bias?
Name 3 of the 5 generations in the workplace
-Traditionalists (matures)
-Baby Boomers
-Generation X
-Generation Y (Millennials)
-Generation Z
Unequal or unfair treatment based on someone's gender.
What is Gender Discrimination?
What falls under the umbrella of ethnic diversity?
-race
-ethnicity
-language
-nationality
-cultural heritage
Ignoring or dismissing someone's experiences or identity ("I don't see race")...
What is a microinvalidation?
Most unconscious biases are already formed in our brains from...
a. by our career and education background
b. from early childhood by parents and teachers
c. from our significant other
d. by the news media
Can you name one of the values and work habits of Gen Y/Millennials?
-confident, optimistic
-tech savvy: utilize that to make work more efficient
-multi-taskers
-not afraid to challenge authority or status quo to improve workplace challenges
Define the difference between Gender Equality and Gender Equity
-Equality: means equal outcomes for women, men, and gender-diverse people
-Equity: fairness of treatment for women and men according to their respective needs, may include equal treatment or treatment that is different, but which is considered equivalent in terms of rights, benefits, obligations, and opportunities
What are 2 challenges or barriers in a ethnically diverse workforce?
Unconscious bias and discrimination
Cultural misunderstandings
Lack of representation in leadership roles
Resistance to change
Lack of diverse role models and mentors
Limited access to professional development opportunities
Inadequate measurement and accountability
Subtle remarks or actions that belittle someone's abilities or identity.
What is a microinsult?
Give an example of unconscious bias in the workplace
-gravitating towards people like oursekves
-stereotyping individuals based on country of origin, religion or ethnic background
-drawing a general impression about a person based on a single characteristic
Name 2 work-related concerns of "Boomers"
-retirement
-healthcare benefits
-keeping up with new technology and workplace changes
-maintaining their status and position due to competition
-having more leisure time/work-life balance
___ in 10 working women in the US say that they have faced discrimination on the job because of their gender.
What is four?
What is one way to address the challenges of ethnic diversity?
Training and education programs
Enhance cultural competence
Promote leadership commitment and clear communication
Establish mentorship and sponsorship programs
Ensure equitable access to development opportunities
Measure and report progress
What is one way to build awareness of microaggressions in a workspace?
Awareness training
Educating employees on DEI and implicit bias.
Promote open dialogue
Safe spaces for discussion, encouraging reporting.
Accountability
Leadership involvement, policies to address incidents, and consequences for repeated microaggressions.
Empathy in action
Encourage curiosity and learning rather than judgment.