The FSAE Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Committee has assembled articles and resources for organizations to begin or strengthen their DEI initiatives into a comprehensive DEI ToolKit. Below is a highlight of resources for Defining DEI Terms.
DEI Toolkit - What is DEI?
FSAE Definitions of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI):
- Diversity includes, but is not limited to, age, gender, race, religion, ethnicity, disability, appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, socioeconomic background, personality type and geographic location.
- Equity includes, but is not limited to, the fair treatment, inclusion, justice, access and opportunity for all.
- Inclusion ensures that differences are integrated throughout FSAE to create an experience that expands everyone’s horizons and opportunities for engagement, learning and leadership
Resources:
- Diversity & Inclusion Revolution – Deloitte Review
- Nonprofits are Diversity Champions – National Council of Non-Profits
- Diversity and Inclusion Initiative: A Step By Step Guide – The NonProfit Center
- Guide to Inclusive Language - University of Missouri (definitions resource)
- 12 Diversity & Inclusion Terms You Need to Know - Workplaces That work for Women
- Glossary of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Terms - DiversityBestPractices.com
- Racial Equity Tools Glossary - Racial Equity Tools
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Diversity = Differences
Diversity includes age, gender, race, religion, ethnicity, disability,
appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, socioeconomic background, personality type and geographic location.
Equity = Fairness
Equity includes the fair treatment, inclusion, justice, access and opportunity for all.
Inclusion = Welcoming
Inclusion ensures that differences are integrated to create experiences that expand everyone’s horizons and opportunities for engagement, learning and leadership.
Words Matter & Meanings Change
Leaders should use purposeful language to engage and support various groups. Understand that meanings change over time and be aware of how words are interpreted by others.
