When a system puts all the responsibility for culture change on the people with less power in a hierarchy, you've got a discriminatory system. Harvard Law's advice is an example of systemic #sexism.

#AssertiveTip: You always have the right to ask for time to think about a major decision. If your bosses or coworkers pressure you to accept an offer of any kind "now or never," recognize and name this as an unfair practice. #coercion #falseurgency #processtime

#InclusiveTip: Expressing emotion is normal, healthy, and necessary. But most would rather not experience others' intense emotions at work. Encourage your team to take care of themselves: provide adequate breaks and time off, especially when working under high-stakes deadlines.

#AssertiveTip: When you stand up for yourself, not everyone will respond gracefully. Remember that there is no urgency to process what just happened in the moment, with the person who caused the harm. You can take your time, take a break, ask for help.

With the devastating news on #affirmativeaction, we encourage employers to make each of their current employees feel safe & valued!

Two pilots have filed lawsuits alleging sexual harassment by the billionaire behind #LaCroix sparkling water, claiming 82-year-old Nick A. Caporella inappropriately touched them on multiple trips while they were flying with him in the cockpit of his business jet.

The CEO behind LaCroix sparkling water was accused of sexual harassment by two pilots who say he improperly touched them on flights

We agree with @CALCASA --sexual violence can end in one generation, we just need to do the work!

Way to go, @ambertamblyn! You sound strong & committed to your principles here. Maybe some day "wife talks to husband about difficult issues and holds her ground" won't be so much of a headline.

The Ford Foundation & KAPOR Center’s research found #workplaceculture drives turnover, and they estimate turnover due to unfairness in the workplace cost the tech sector alone $16B in 2016. What is unfairness costing your department, company, industry? https://t.co/egMe16cpq0

#InclusiveTip: For #sexualharassment complaint systems to be effective, team members need to know exactly what their first step should be, and it should be a simple one they can do in one sitting.

#AssertiveTip: When an interaction is uncomfortable, we don't always know what to say or do in the moment. It's ok! Take time to think about what you need to say & how you want to say it. If you feel you can't speak up in your workplace, that issue needs to be addressed. #equity

#InclusiveTip: Encourage a #workplaceculture of reenergizing breaks and privacy for physical needs. Adults should not feel watched or pressured for visiting the restroom, standing/stretching, taking medication, breastfeeding, etc. #equity #diversity #genderconsulting #fairness

A healthy #workplaceculture may require some changes from the inside out. What's stocked in your break room? How much natural light is available? Have the central air/heating systems been cleaned? Environment affects performance.

#InclusiveTip: Bring food to share! To a meeting, a last-minute crunch on a project, for no reason at all. Learn about what your coworkers enjoy, and make an effort to accommodate. Studies show #groupcohesion and #morale are positively affected by #snacks!

#InclusiveTip: When meeting new team members, use #mnemonics or other strategies to remember their names. If you have trouble pronouncing someone's name, it isn't rude to ask for a little help at first. Then, practice on your own.

#Workplace #Empathy #Tip: If you know someone at work who has experienced some sort of trauma, ask them to go for a walk or invite them to coffee. Show your co-workers you care for their well-being. Sometimes a sign that someone cares is all a person needs to get through the day!

#AssertiveTip: Get clarity with your team about when you are brainstorming or working collectively, and when you are working on projects that will give individualized recognition. Both teambuilding and receiving individual credit are important. #equity #diversity #givecredit

#DiversityAwareness Tip: Just because one person was able to uplift themselves from difficult circumstances does not mean everyone from that community is going to see the same results for an equal amount of hard work and/or intellectual capacity.

#AssertiveTip: When someone offends or harasses you, write down what happened as soon as you can. If it happens more than once you'll have a clear record of their pattern. Once you've taken notes, do something relaxing you enjoy. #genderconsulting #sexualharassment #diversity