Individual Accountability for Equity and Inclusion

Introduction

• Welcome to the journey

1. DEI Foundations

• What is DEI?
• Why does DEI matter at the organizational level?
• What does DEI have to do with me as an individual?

2. The Importance of Individual Accountability

• What is individual accountability in DEI?
• Why individual accountability is important?

3. How Do You Take Individual Accountability?

• Get clear on your "why?"
• Educate yourself and others
• Become comfortable with discomfort
• Own your impact vs. intent
• Examine your privilege

4. What Does Accountability Look Like in Practice?

• Be a resource or sounding board
• Provide mentorship or sponsorship
• Step in, step up, and interrupt
• Make space for others
• Amplify others
• Accept feedback and model it for others
• Listen to understand, not to respond

Conclusion

• Continue your journey