The Proxy Problem of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

18/05/2021 7 min
The Proxy Problem of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

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Using a proxy can be useful Find out how some of us are misusing them when it comes inclusion Here are some key topics covered from this episode: Everyday examples of a proxy you should know Why you should be paying attention to how people use a Proxy The key quality a useful Proxy for Inclusion has and much more Play the episode for more Here are some key takeaways from this episode:  Proxies can be useful for measuring things that are difficult to observe   "A proxy is a variable; an alternative variable that is observed or measured when the variable we're really interested can't be observed or measured directly" Some of us are misusing Proxies and it's a problem "I think Proxies are being used inappropriately when it comes to Inclusion" Be careful what Proxies' you use when it comes to Inclusion  "There's a Proxy problem when it comes Diversity, Equity, Inclusion. There's a Proxy problem and we need your help. I'm not saying we shouldn't use them but we need to avoid false proxies" Here are some resources so you can go deeper:  Proxy variable - Oxford What is a Proxy Measure? · Benchmarking Check out these related episodes of the show. Why Relying On Credibility Indicators is an Inclusion Mistake 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