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As someone who regularly works to uphold a Code of Conduct that encourages diversity & inclusivity, this really resonates.
I think that it is important for organizations to set good boundaries from the start if possible and define the discriminatory behaviors that aren't allowed. Make it clear to folks in the org how to report these situations and provide a way to do so anonymously. The minute people with discriminatory views start vocalizing these views they need to be stopped. Part of creating a good environment is setting good guidelines and following through with enforcing them. And just as importantly, when someone is mistreated, orgs must connect with the folks affected by the abuse to provide support and be prepared to listen intently & work to help improve things.
This got a bit rambly, but in a basic sense I think that orgs really need to dedicate resources to this — HR is important.
I'm a full stack software engineer, linux system administrator, tech support specialist, and LGBT+ rights activist. I love old technology and collect old computers. Come say hi!
Wholeheartedly agree! The enforcement part is particularly important as even if you have a proper Code of Conduct or Guidelines set in place, if no one is enforcing them it's useless.
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As someone who regularly works to uphold a Code of Conduct that encourages diversity & inclusivity, this really resonates.
I think that it is important for organizations to set good boundaries from the start if possible and define the discriminatory behaviors that aren't allowed. Make it clear to folks in the org how to report these situations and provide a way to do so anonymously. The minute people with discriminatory views start vocalizing these views they need to be stopped. Part of creating a good environment is setting good guidelines and following through with enforcing them. And just as importantly, when someone is mistreated, orgs must connect with the folks affected by the abuse to provide support and be prepared to listen intently & work to help improve things.
This got a bit rambly, but in a basic sense I think that orgs really need to dedicate resources to this — HR is important.
Wholeheartedly agree! The enforcement part is particularly important as even if you have a proper Code of Conduct or Guidelines set in place, if no one is enforcing them it's useless.