Core diversity, equity, and inclusion concepts and practices for the modern HR professional.
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- In DEI, what does 'diversity' refer to?
- The presence of differences among people, such as race, gender, age, and background.
- In DEI, what does 'equity' mean?
- Providing fair treatment and access by accounting for individual circumstances, not identical treatment for all.
- In DEI, what does 'inclusion' mean?
- Creating an environment where all individuals feel welcomed, respected, and able to fully participate.
- What is 'belonging' in a DEI context?
- The sense that one is a valued, authentic member of a group or organization.
- How does equality differ from equity?
- Equality gives everyone the same resources; equity gives resources based on individual need to reach the same outcome.
- What is unconscious bias?
- Automatic, unintentional attitudes or stereotypes that affect judgments and decisions.
- What is affinity bias?
- The tendency to favor people who are similar to oneself.
- What is a microaggression?
- A subtle, often unintentional comment or action that expresses bias toward a marginalized group.
- What is an Employee Resource Group (ERG)?
- A voluntary, employee-led group organized around a shared identity or interest that supports inclusion.
- What is psychological safety in the workplace?
- A shared belief that one can take interpersonal risks, like speaking up, without fear of punishment or humiliation.
- Why do structured interviews support DEI hiring goals?
- They ask every candidate the same predetermined questions, reducing the influence of interviewer bias.
- What is blind resume screening?
- Reviewing resumes with identifying details like name and photo removed to reduce bias in early screening.
- Who coined the term 'intersectionality'?
- Kimberle Crenshaw
- What is intersectionality?
- The idea that overlapping identities, such as race and gender, combine to create unique experiences of discrimination or privilege.
- What is a 'protected class' in employment law?
- A group of people legally protected from discrimination based on a shared characteristic, such as race or religion.