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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 (3)

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Tokenism Explained

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What is it and why is it important?

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Glass Escalator Explained

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What is the Glass Escalator and how does it impact the workplace? The term “glass escalator” was introduced by Christine L. Williams in 1992, which...

Key DEI Concepts Broken Ladders
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Stereotype Threat Explained

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What is it and who does it affect? Claude Steele, former dean of Stanford University coined the term “stereotype threat” as the anxiety experience of...

Key DEI Concepts Second Generational Bias Sticky Floor
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Emotional Tax Explained

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What is it and why is it important for women?

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Glass Cliff Explained

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What is it and why is it important for women?

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Inclusive Leadership

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What is Inclusive Leadership? Inclusive leadership is a style of management that celebrates the individual’s strengths whilst also being supportive...

Key DEI Concepts Psychological Safety Inclusive Leadership
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2nd Generation Bias

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What is Second Generation Bias? Second Generation Bias is a form of discrimination women experience in the workplace. Rather than first-generation...

Second Generation Bias Motherhood Penalty Key DEI Concepts Double Bind
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