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Episode Synopsis
Favouritism Threat Turns Diversity Advocates Like You into Diversity Opponents. Find out how you can avoid this Here are some key messages from this episode The flawed assumption about underrepresented groups as perfect advocates Why the extent to which someone is distinct influences Favouritism Threat The relationship between perceived status and Favouritism Threat much much more Play the episode for more. Here are some key takeaways from this episode: The Flawed Assumption About Underrepresented Groups as Perfect Advocates I explain the flawed assumptions about underrepresented groups: "I am saying that there is a false assumption that people from underrepresented groups don't face any barriers when acting as a "diversity advocate." Being Distinct makes you increases your risk of Favouritism Threat I discuss how being distinct is related to Favouritism Threat: "Individuals who were distinct from their peers experienced favouritism threat when evaluating people for jobs" The Relationship Between Perceived Status and Favouritism Threat I discuss how Perceived Status is related to Favouritism Threat: "Status was relevant because a low status candidate is likely to be seen as less competent, this relationship is crucial…" Here are some resources so you can go deeper "Can Diversity Beget Diversity?: Favoritism threat and its effect on advocacy for similar others" Check out these related episodes of the show. The Triple Threat that Makes Minority Groups Block Diversity & Inclusion Part I A Beginner's Guide To Identity Work And Why You Need To Understand It To Promote Diversity & Inclusion Whenever you're ready, there are a few ways I can support your Inclusion Journey: 1. Work with me 1:1 2. Get Practical Book Insights 3. Get our Free Email Course For everything else check this https://linktr.ee/elementofinclusion
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