Challenge the perpetrator to clarify their statement or action.
Invite them to sit alongside you in the awkwardness of their words or deeds while you get to the root of their behavior together.ĭefy. Explain that the conversation might get uncomfortable for them but that what they just said or did was uncomfortable for you. If you choose to confront a microaggression, be prepared to disarm the person who committed it. Do not feel pressured to respond to every incident rather, feel empowered to do so when you decide you should.ĭisarm. Determine how much of an investment you want to make in addressing the microaggression. Three women at Harvard Business Review have adapted and designed a framework to help appropriately address microaggressions:ĭiscern. In order to create change and a path towards progress, it starts with addressing these issues head on. “How do you pay dues?”, “You’re not going to straighten your hair today?”, “That’s what you’re wearing for recruitment?” are comments that circulate throughout the Panhellenic community on a daily basis. “That’s so gay.” “You speak such good English.” “How can I be racist? I have Black friends.” People often neglect to realize that there is a deeper meaning behind the words they speak. Microaggressions unfortunately find their way into many people’s daily conversations, and they turn a blind eye. Microaggression: Term used for brief and commonplace daily verbal, behavioral or environmental indignities, whether intentional or unintentional, that communicate hostile, derogatory or negative prejudicial slights and insults toward any group, particularly culturally marginalized groups. Inclusion: Creating an environment of open participation from all individuals with different ideas and perspectives where everyone feels they have a voice, are valued and feel validated.
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To fully understand the topics of DEI, here are some commonly used words and their definitions:ĭiversity: The blending of different identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives within an organization/community, all of which impact the way a person is perceived and received by others, as well as how they perceive and receive the world around them.Įquity: The fair treatment, access, opportunity and advancement for all people, while at the same time striving to identify and eliminate barriers that have prevented the full participation of some groups. When you think of the DEI space and its initiatives, what comes to mind? For most, it is just black and white, but it encompasses so much more-race, religion, sexuality, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, perspective, etc. My name is Bella Pasha, and I currently serve as Beta Psi’s Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Stay tuned to see what exciting things are coming up for Delta Gamma Beta Psi this semester! DEI in Greek Life We are excited for the semester ahead filled with attending sisterhood events, serving our community, getting involved on campus, and making memories. From DG events, to club meetings, to University Programs events, there is always something to do! However, returning to campus is also exciting because of all of the opportunities UA has to offer. We also encourage you to utilize campus resources! It is important to take time each week to prioritize your mental health to keep from getting overwhelmed. If you are already feeling the stress of a new semester, take a break by getting coffee with a sister, exercising, reading, or getting some sleep. Getting back into the routine of classes after a long break can sometimes be challenging, so to keep yourself organized, keep a planner of all of your weekly assignments, commitments, and activities. Happy Spring semester! The first day of classes at UA was 1/12/21 and the women of Beta Psi returned to campus.
By Anna Rzepkowski, Director of Public Relations
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