While Canadians are supportive of 2SLGBTQ+ communities, relatively few see themselves as active allies. Here are five steps people can take to be better allies.
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The Barbie movie has caused a media storm, even before the photo of the pink-clad Canadian PM and his son circulated on social media. Much of the conversation has zoned in on men and masculinity.
To make men’s soccer a more inclusive space, organizers and players must put allyship above profits and winning.
Finding ways to make talking about diversity less of a confrontation and more of a dialogue is crucial.
Diversity terms often involve decades of scholarship being reduced to a single word. Understanding them – and knowing how to explain them – is crucial.
Rather than trying to take agency away from First Nations people, sometimes white allies need to take a step back.
White denialism of racism provokes a narrative of ‘us versus them.’ Self-reflection and listening are among the ways to be accountable for interrupting and eradicating racism.
While women felt more included when they perceived male colleagues as allies, men who saw themselves that way reported more personal growth as a result.
Companies need to make sure every voice is heard.
Many men may be wondering how they can help make this moment count for gender equality. Which type of ally will you be?
It starts with a basic conversation about their needs and fears.
In this episode of Don’t Call Me Resilient, host Vinita Srivastava and scholar Cheryl Thompson dive into the meaning of the n-word and the 150 years of racism embedded in it.
The advocates of friendship as a way to solve America’s partisan divide are wrong. There are more effective ways to tackle intractable political problems.
Research has found that there are a handful of ways to help create real change in workplaces through effective allyship.
As Kashmir faces new challenges, our forms of allyship must also evolve. Perhaps we can learn some lessons from its kitchens.
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