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What is unconscious bias?

What is unconscious bias?. An unconscious bias is an assumption that we make—a prejudice that we have—that we may not even realize. It’s not something we’ve thought about and consciously decided on. It’s not based on reasoning, sound or unsound.

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What is unconscious bias?

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  1. What is unconscious bias? PREVIEW ONLY ILLEGAL TO SHOW TO AN AUDIENCE

  2. An unconscious bias is an assumption that we make—a prejudice that we have—that we may not even realize. It’s not something we’ve thought about and consciously decided on. It’s not based on reasoning, sound or unsound. PREVIEW ONLY ILLEGAL TO SHOW TO AN AUDIENCE

  3. Studies have shown that we’re all susceptible to cultural stereotypes—about race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, politics, age, personality type, class, and physical attributes. PREVIEW ONLY ILLEGAL TO SHOW TO AN AUDIENCE

  4. Unconscious bias is based on pervasive cultural stereotypes. PREVIEW ONLY ILLEGAL TO SHOW TO AN AUDIENCE

  5. Unconscious bias has practical consequences. PREVIEW ONLY ILLEGAL TO SHOW TO AN AUDIENCE

  6. Unconscious bias is just that—unconscious. PREVIEW ONLY ILLEGAL TO SHOW TO AN AUDIENCE

  7. Micro-inequities: A big word for small actions. PREVIEW ONLY ILLEGAL TO SHOW TO AN AUDIENCE

  8. Micro-inequities are the small ways in which we see bias at work. They’re disrespectful actions that are sometimes so subtle they leave the targets wondering if they were really slighted or are just being overly sensitive. PREVIEW ONLY ILLEGAL TO SHOW TO AN AUDIENCE

  9. They’re things like: • Eye-rolling • Mispronouncing a person’s name repeatedly • Excluding someone from a social gathering • Failing to give credit where it’s due • Not introducing someone PREVIEW ONLY ILLEGAL TO SHOW TO AN AUDIENCE

  10. Micro-inequities are small or subtle slights. PREVIEW ONLY ILLEGAL TO SHOW TO AN AUDIENCE

  11. Micro-inequities take a toll on the target. PREVIEW ONLY ILLEGAL TO SHOW TO AN AUDIENCE

  12. Micro-inequities can result from unconscious bias. PREVIEW ONLY ILLEGAL TO SHOW TO AN AUDIENCE

  13. Micro-affirmations: Small gestures, big impact! PREVIEW ONLY ILLEGAL TO SHOW TO AN AUDIENCE

  14. Micro-affirmations are small gestures of respect and inclusion that anyone can make. PREVIEW ONLY ILLEGAL TO SHOW TO AN AUDIENCE

  15. Micro-affirmations are a way of becoming more consciously fair, more thoughtful about our biases, and more respectful in our perceptions and dealings with our colleagues. PREVIEW ONLY ILLEGAL TO SHOW TO AN AUDIENCE

  16. There are 4 kinds of micro-affirmations that can make our workplace happier and more productive. Listening - Including - Valuing - Engaging. They spell L-I-V-E ! PREVIEW ONLY ILLEGAL TO SHOW TO AN AUDIENCE

  17. LISTENING INCLUDING VALUING ENGAGING PREVIEW ONLY ILLEGAL TO SHOW TO AN AUDIENCE

  18. LISTENING • Making eye contact • Paying attention to what others have to say • Not interrupting PREVIEW ONLY ILLEGAL TO SHOW TO AN AUDIENCE

  19. INCLUDING • Inviting to participate • Keeping everyone in the loop • Being socially inclusive PREVIEW ONLY ILLEGAL TO SHOW TO AN AUDIENCE

  20. VALUING • Giving credit where it’s due • Encouraging strengths • Acknowledging accomplishments PREVIEW ONLY ILLEGAL TO SHOW TO AN AUDIENCE

  21. ENGAGING • Saying hello and goodbye • Being friendly • Asking everyone for their input PREVIEW ONLY ILLEGAL TO SHOW TO AN AUDIENCE

  22. Micro-affirmations are the antidote for micro-inequities. PREVIEW ONLY ILLEGAL TO SHOW TO AN AUDIENCE

  23. Micro-affirmations are just polite. PREVIEW ONLY ILLEGAL TO SHOW TO AN AUDIENCE

  24. Micro-affirmations are easy to do. PREVIEW ONLY ILLEGAL TO SHOW TO AN AUDIENCE

  25. It’s not that hard to consciously move beyond our unconscious deep-seated biases and treat each other with the respect and consideration that we all deserve. PREVIEW ONLY ILLEGAL TO SHOW TO AN AUDIENCE

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