Types of Bias
Who has biases?
Everyone!
What is another word for micro-inequities?
Micro-aggressions
The desired outcome of an action
Intent
When we avoid feeling uncomfortable, we're less likely to understand and address our BLANKS.
Biases
Verb
We assume that someone is the same as others we have met in the past who seem to be like them.
Confirmation Bias
Tiny acts of opening doors to opportunity, gestures of inclusion and caring, and graceful acts of listening. These can be found in the practice of generosity, in consistently giving credit to others, and providing comfort and support to others
Micro-affirmations
The result of that action as perceived by others
Impact
How does demonstrating active listening lead to better feedback?
If a speaker shows that they are actively listening, then openness and trust are established.
When you're told the action you just took was biased or exclusionary, what is the first thing you should do?
Pause & take a deep breath.
We are quite positive that our way of seeing things is the best way.
Overconfidence Bias
What is "Treat others as they would like to be treated"?
The Platinum Rule
In order for leaders to truly be inclusive, where should they focus their actions?
On Impacts
How can a leader overcome affinity bias?
By seeking out individuals from backgrounds different than their own
Try hard not to prepare a mental rebuttal when having a conversation around inclusion. Instead, seek to BLANK the other person's feelings.
We treat someone differently because we see them as outside of 'our group'.
Insider Bias
What is the belief that one will not be punished or humiliated for speaking up with ideas, questions, concerns, or mistakes?
Psychological Safety
What is the key to developing a growth mindset?
Accept that you will make mistakes
What is the key to being accountable for greater inclusion?
Changing the way things have been done
Why must we center the voices of the people who are most marginalized in the workplace?
To make meaningful progress towards inclusion
We assume that what is happening to others is based on their character, rather than the circumstances around them.
What is the name of the framework used to analyze the mix of human similarities and differences that is broken down into four key 'layers' of diversity?
The Diversity Wheel
What are the elements of the BRIDGE framework?
Be Uncomfortable
Reflect on what you don't know
Invite feedback
Don't get defensive
Grow from your mistakes
Expect that change takes time
If a woman needs to keep re-establishing her priority in a position where men are not required to prove their authority, what type of bias is this?
'Prove it Again' Bias
When is the first time the average American meaningfully interacts with someone of a different race or ethnicity?
In the workplace