Where to Start... and How to Get There
Inclusive
Actively welcoming, valuing and respecting different backgrounds and perspectives.
How to embody this word
What does inclusive look like in daily life?
To embody inclusivity is to create spaces where everyone feels seen and valued. It's moving beyond tolerance to genuine appreciation for diversity. Learn to seek out voices that differ from your own, challenge unfair practices and ensure opportunities are accessible. This approach enriches communities and fosters innovation through varied perspectives.
Where to start and how to get there
How can I practice this quality?
- Listen to underrepresented voicesRead or engage with perspectives different from your own.
- Check your spacesIdentify ways to make your environment more welcoming.
- Amplify othersShare or highlight contributions from people who might be overlooked.
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Putting this quality into practice
Cameron plans the workshop for a second floor room, then notices the registration form mentions a wheelchair user and an interpreter. Instead of treating access as a late accommodation, Cameron moves the event, sends materials early and asks attendees what else would help. Being inclusive means designing the doorway before someone has to request permission to enter.
You may begin practicing inclusive before you feel completely ready.
Who showed you what being inclusive could look like? Which part of their example stayed with you?
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