Allies
Positive actions can be very big, but also very small. Positive actions can be taken not only by the employer, but also by the employee.
This means that you can contribute to inclusiveness by being an ally.
In the video you will learn more about allyship – being an ally. This form of positive action can also be included in the diversity policy in order to contribute to an inclusive organisational culture.
Allies understand the unequal opportunities some people face.
Allies see who really stands by them and who should be standing by them!
Anyone can be an ally, and everyone may need an ally.
Don’t be hurtful
– Give your colleagues your full attention, listen and learn.
– Do not interrupt anyone.
– Acknowledge and repeat good ideas.
– Find out which words colleagues use to describe themselves.
Stand up for each other
– Act when someone is interrupted, is approached incorrectly, etc.
– Invite colleagues to share ideas.
– Encourage colleagues.
– Normalise behaviour of allies.
Find your reason to be an ally
- For the business case?
- For social inclusion?
- For a better life for the next generation?
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