Checklist for Mitigating Biases and Creating Inclusion

“Bias is an inclination or prejudice for or against one person or group, especially in a way considered to be unfair.” It is an attitude or belief, positive or negative, and can be conscious or unconscious.

On a scale of 1-10, one being the lowest and 10 the highest, rate your current state for each of the statements below.

I am aware and acknowledge my biases, and focus on understanding the impact of making decisions or actions based on my biases.
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
I continually educate myself about bias and multicultural issues.
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
I recognize my own limitations and seek input and/or discussion about bias and behaviors.
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
I don’t let the feeling of guilt stop me from having courageous conversations and creating change.
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
I am willing to get out of my comfort zone.
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
I validate and support the reality of the experiences of others, which are not like mine.
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
I strive to share important (need-to-know) information with colleagues even when it is not in writing.
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
I understand that I often see people and situations as I expect them to be, and I focus on being open to interacting without preconceived judgment.
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
I understand when it is appropriate to have dialogue and not debate.
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
I reach out to initiate contact and interactions with people different from me.
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
I focus on effective listening to try to understand rather, than thinking about how I will respond or how it affects me.
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
I can feel at ease with people different than me.
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
In the face of challenges, I focus on being part of the solution.
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
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After continued focus and commitment to recognizing biases and their impact, try the exercise again and note how scores improve.
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Checklist for Mitigating Biases and Creating Inclusion

“Bias is an inclination or prejudice for or against one person or group, especially in a way considered to be unfair.” It is an attitude or belief, positive or negative, and can be conscious or unconscious.

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