UVA_HRBook Series: Better Allies (Virtual)
Better Allies is one of the best books on inclusion in the workplace. The book explains how to be a supporter and advocate for coworkers of different backgrounds, races, genders, sexual orientations and identities, ages, and abilities.
Karen Catlin gives practical advice on implementing fair hiring practices, using inclusive language, and creating more opportunities for underrepresented groups. The book makes a distinction between ally-ship and savior-dom, explaining that efforts to protect marginalized identities can be patronizing and counter-productive.
This book series will meet weekly from 9:30-11:30 am on the following dates:
- May - 24, 31
- June - 7, 14, 21, 28
- July -12, 19
Notable Quote: “Gatekeeping feedback is common, and often slips out unconsciously. If you’re in a position to give someone constructive comments, you may think you’re doing so based solely on their performance or role, but your choice of words may betray unconscious bias.”
Participants should purchase a personal copy of the book Better Allies by Karen Caitlin prior to the start of the book series. This series will be held virtually in zoom.