Open Source Summit Europe + ELC Europe 2017

Creating diversity in the workplace should be an essential goal for all organizations. and groups. However, decades of research show that people instinctively classify others by race and gender, and respond to one another based on stereotypes and social norms. Implicit biases often lead to inequalities in promotion and pay, and creates an environment of "not belonging", especially for women and underrepresented groups. However, there are tools you can use to recognize and interrupt bias. Bias won’t be totally eliminated – but let’s interrupt it and become more equity-minded and also understand that psychological safety is one of the most important factors to consider for interrupting bias and encouraging engaged participation – especially when challenged with difference.