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Key DEI Concepts

There are often repeated terms used throughout research, and these concise explanations of core DEI terms and ideas are explained here.

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Discover ECC resources, thought leadership and explainers to support HR, ED&I and Talent Leaders driving growth & inclusion. 

Key DEI Concepts

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Meritocracy Paradox

What is Meritocracy Paradox? Meritocracy explained: The term "Meritocracy" comes from the Greek word "mereo," meaning "to earn," combined with the...

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Think Manager Think Man Explained

Learn about the "Think Manager–Think Male" bias, its impact on women in leadership, and how it perpetuates stereotypes, discouraging women from...

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Think Crisis Think Woman Explained

Discover how the "Think Crisis–Think Female" mindset leads to women disproportionately facing high-stakes leadership roles and the resulting glass...

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The Double Bind Explained

What does the Double Bind mean for women in the workplace? This concept has been used for decades in social psychology, but in application to women...

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Glass Ceiling Explained

What is it and why is it important for women? There is some dispute about the origin of the term. Some point to Marilyn Loden coining it in 1978,...

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Marzipan Layer Explained

What is the Marzipan Layer? The Marzipan Layer refers to the workers at the middle management level. They might be people in their second or third...

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Code Switching Explained

What is Code Switching and how does it impact the workplace? Code Switching relates to the adjustments that individuals do to appease others and...

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