Inclusivity Minute
The Inclusivity Minute email project began in 2018 as a joint effort between the DCEG Fellows Committee and the Office of the Director to cultivate a culture of inclusion in the Division. Monthly Inclusivity Minute email messages are archived below; each addresses relevant topics and provides resources for learning more. Read more About the Inclusivity Minute Email Project.
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Committing to Dismantling Anti-Black Racism in Scientific Research
Learn about the ways to support the recruitment and retention of Black researchers and to combat anti-Black racism in academia and in the workplace.
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Your New Year's Resolution: Be an Ally
Allies are individuals of one social identity group who stand up in support of and seek to help those of another group facing oppression. Learn why allies are important in the fight against oppression and how allyship may look in the workplace.
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Have you noticed folks specifying their pronouns?
Learn about gender specific pronouns and how to use them for promoting diversity and inclusion.
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Is "not racist" the same as "antiracist"?
Being antiracist is different from being “not racist” or “non-racist.” Learn more about antiracism.
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Stereotype Threat
Learn about stereotype threat and its potential impact on employees.
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Use of Hispanic and Latinx
The term "Hispanic" and its lack of acknowledgment to other Latin Americans.
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Race and Health
Both race and genetic ancestry can affect health, and both can be useful in epidemiologic studies when used appropriately.
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Transgender Inclusion in Cancer Research
Addressing a lack of cancer screening guidelines for transgender individuals.
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'Model Minority' Stereotype
Learn about the model minority stereotype and why it can be offensive or problematic.
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'Manels'
The term 'manel' is used to refer to an all-male panel at a meeting or conference. Learn how to make panels more inclusive.