Overview
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How to confidently speak up against racism in the workplace.
Syllabus
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Introduction
- The importance of speaking up to disrupt racism in the workplace
- What is your role?
- Recognizing racism
- Acknowledge different perspectives
- Identify the best setting
- Consider stakeholders and their interests
- Leverage data and specific examples
- Use we language to build consensus
- Ask strategic questions to navigate sensitive topics
- Describe objective facts or behaviors instead of labeling individuals
- Refocus the discussion as needed
- Anticipate push-back and defensiveness
- Manage and leverage emotions appropriately
- Focus on solutions and next steps
- Tailor your approach to each situation and personal style
- Acknowledge the risks associated with speaking up
- Seek opportunities to speak up
