DEIJ

What does DEIJ stand for?

• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice

• Digital, Environmental, Individual, and Justice

• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Joy

• Development, Education, Innovation, and Justice

Why is diversity important in society?

• Homogeneity is more beneficial for societal harmony than diversity.

• Diversity is not important in society as it leads to conflict and division.

• Diversity is important in society because it brings different perspectives, experiences, and ideas to the table. It fosters innovation, creativity, and understanding among individuals from various backgrounds.

• Having a single dominant culture is more efficient and productive than embracing diversity.

How can we promote equity in education?

• Limit access to educational opportunities based on socioeconomic status.

• Provide support only to students from certain ethnic backgrounds.

• Provide equal access to resources, opportunities, and support for all students.

• Assign more resources to high-performing students only.

What are some examples of inclusive practices?

• Exclusionary practices, discrimination, bias reinforcement

• Accessibility accommodations, diversity promotion, equity promotion, creating a welcoming environment, actively listening to diverse perspectives

• Segregation, favoritism, exclusivity

• Ignoring diverse perspectives, lack of representation, unequal treatment

Why is social justice important?

• Social justice leads to a loss of individual freedoms.

• Social justice only benefits certain groups and ignores others.

• Social justice is unnecessary and creates division in society.

• Social justice is important to ensure fairness, equality, and inclusivity for all members of society.

What is implicit bias?

• Implicit bias has no impact on understanding, actions, or decisions.

• Implicit bias only affects positive attitudes and stereotypes.

• Implicit bias is unconscious attitudes or stereotypes that affect our understanding, actions, and decisions.

• Implicit bias is a conscious decision-making process.

How do stereotypes impact individuals?

• Individuals are not affected by stereotypes

• Stereotypes impact individuals by influencing their behavior, self-perception, and opportunities. They can lead to discrimination, prejudice, and limited expectations based on generalized characteristics.

• Stereotypes have no impact on individuals

• Stereotypes always lead to positive outcomes

Explain the concept of intersectionality.

• Intersectionality refers to the separation of social categorizations such as race, class, and gender

• Intersectionality is the interconnected nature of social categorizations such as race, class, and gender as they apply to a given individual or group, regarded as creating overlapping and interdependent systems of discrimination or disadvantage.

• Intersectionality only applies to one social categorization at a time

• Intersectionality does not consider overlapping systems of discrimination

What are some common barriers to diversity and inclusion?

• Excessive diversity in leadership positions

• Overemphasis on diversity training

• Unconscious bias, lack of diversity in leadership positions, inadequate diversity training, organizational culture

• Lack of technological advancement

How can individuals challenge their own biases?

• By refusing to reflect on their thoughts and actions

• By avoiding exposure to different viewpoints

• By seeking diverse perspectives, being open to feedback, educating themselves, and reflecting on their thoughts and actions.

• By dismissing feedback from others