The False Promise of Equality: Systemic Bias and the New Focus on Equity
As our organizations have been distracted by a focus on equality for generations, we have—often unknowingly—established systems of inequity, built on biases that grant systemic advantage to some, but not all. This session will detail the difference between an equality-based approach and an equity-based approach. Learn how individual and structural bias have created systems of advantage and disadvantage, how to uncover those in an organization and how to apply a consistent framework to create equity.
Learning Objectives:
Understand individual and structural bias that create systemic advantage and disadvantage.
Learn the difference between an equality-based approach and an equity-based approach.
Explore how to apply an equity framework to policies, practices, decisions and programs.
Sara Taylor
Sara Taylor, President and Founder of deepSEE Consulting, has 35 years of extensive DEI experience serving local, national, and global clients. As a nationally recognized speaker and best-selling author, Sara’s thought leadership lies at the intersection of the fields of Unconscious Bias and Cultural Competence. Her models, and books have been used by tens of thousands of individuals and hundreds of organizations to create greater inclusion and interpersonal effectiveness. Sara holds a master’s degree in DEI and Organizational Development from the University of Minnesota. Prior to deepSEE, she held positions such as Chief Diversity Officer and Leadership and Diversity Specialist.