Understanding the importance of diversity and inclusion in serving youth in a library or museum setting. Knowing how to identify and address biases and stereotypes. Learning how to provide culturally responsive and welcoming services to all children and families.
Understanding Diversity: An overview of the various dimensions of diversity, including race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, and socioeconomic background.
Cultural Competence: Developing the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to effectively work across different cultures.
Stereotypes and Bias: An examination of the attitudes and beliefs that contribute to stereotypes and discrimination.
Privilege and Power: An exploration of the ways in which social structures and institutions create and reinforce inequality.
Intersectionality: Understanding how multiple dimensions of diversity intersect and affect an individual's experiences and identities.
Inclusive Language: A guide to using language that is respectful and inclusive of different identities and experiences.
Inclusive Design: Creating spaces and programs that are accessible and welcoming to all.
Equity and Justice: The principles that guide efforts to create a more equitable and just society.
Allyship: Strategies for supporting and advocating for individuals and communities facing discrimination.
Microaggressions: Understanding how seemingly small actions or comments can reinforce harmful stereotypes and undermine inclusivity.
Intercultural Communication: Developing skills for effectively communicating and collaborating across cultures.
Historical Context: How historical events and social movements have shaped current attitudes and practices around diversity and inclusion.
Implicit Bias: Understanding how unconscious biases can shape our perceptions and interactions with others.
Anti-Racism: An exploration of the practices and principles that underlie efforts to combat racism and promote equity.
LGBTQ+ Inclusion: Strategies for creating welcoming and affirming spaces for individuals across the LGBTQ+ spectrum.
Disability Inclusion: Understanding the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities and identifying ways to create more inclusive spaces.
Inclusive Curriculum: Strategies for creating curriculum that is culturally responsive and inclusive of diverse perspectives and experiences.
Multicultural Education: A framework that promotes diversity and social justice in education by incorporating diverse perspectives and experiences into the curriculum.
Global Perspectives: Understanding diverse perspectives and experiences of individuals from different countries, cultures and religions.
Intergenerational Understanding: Understanding the impact of different generations on cultural identity and society, and developing strategies for bridging gaps between different generations.
Racial Diversity: Refers to the variety of different races and ethnicities within a group or organization. It's about creating a culture where there is representation, recognition, and respect for people of all races and ethnicities.
Gender Diversity: Refers to the range of different gender identities and expressions. It includes people who identify as women, men, non-binary, and gender-fluid.
Age Diversity: Refers to the range of different ages within a group or organization. It's about creating a culture where people of all ages are welcomed, respected and included.
Ability Diversity: Refers to the range of different abilities, including physical, cognitive, and developmental. It includes people with disabilities and neurodivergent individuals.
LGBTQIA+ Diversity: Refers to the range of different sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions represented within a group or organization. It includes individuals who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual.
Socio-Economic Diversity: Refers to the range of different economic backgrounds, social classes, and financial resources. It includes people from different income levels and education backgrounds.
Religious Diversity: Refers to the range of different religions and belief systems. It includes people with different faiths, beliefs, and cultural practices.
Cultural Diversity: Refers to the range of different cultures and backgrounds. It includes people with different traditions, customs, language, and beliefs.
Geographic Diversity: Refers to the range of different locations, regions, and countries. It includes people from different geographic areas and ethnicities.
Neurodiversity: Refers to the range of different ways the brain works. It includes people with different learning styles, processing speeds, and sensory profiles.