Equal Employment Opportunity Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the National Defense University Dr. Taharee A. Jackson Expert Consultant Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program Manager New Student Orientation 6 August 2019 Imagine, Create, and Secure a Stronger Peace…

At the National Defense University We Value… Diversity Inclusion Equity A vibrant university where various perspectives, life experiences, and ALL FORMS of human diversity are welcome. A healthy university and workplace environment where EVERYONE is valued, respected, and included. A university and workplace where EVERYONE has equal opportunity to succeed, advance, and excel at the university. A university where EVERYONE feels safe being their whole selves and integral to the mission of the university and a valued member of the community. Belonging 9-Aug-19

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Guiding Edicts for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Work 1. At any given moment, we are doing the very best we can with what we know 2. We are capable of learning, growing, and changing until the moment we pass away 3. You are EXPERTS on yourselves and your life experiences! Your stories and life experiences are INCONTROVERTIBLE! 4. Human beings aren’t better than other human beings 5. If you ever lose something standing on the right side of justice, you will still never lose any sleep. 9-Aug-19

The National Climate regarding Diversity and Inclusion 9-Aug-19

Diversity and Inclusion from an EEOC Perspective PROTECTED BASES FOR DISCRIMINATION Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (est. 1965) “hostile, intimidating, or abusive” Race National Origin Color Religion Sex Age Mental Disability Physical Disability Retaliation/Reprisal 9-Aug-19

EEO Protected Bases for Discrimination Race 5 Official Racial Categories (Office of Management and Budget OMB, 1964; SF181 Ethnicity and Race Identification Form): Native American or Alaskan Native Asian Black or African American White or Caucasian Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander **EEO Protects ethnicities as well  intersects with National Origin Latinx (Hispanic) Middle Eastern, etc. Turkish? National Origin “Discrimination based on a person’s native country or part of the world, ethnicity, accent, birthplace, ancestry, culture, linguistic characteristics, common to a specific ethnic group, or because they appear to be of a certain ethnic background (even if they are not) is prohibited” 9-Aug-19

EEO Protected Bases for Discrimination 3. Color Discrimination based on skin pigmentation (e.g. many cultures function or have functioned as “pigmentocracies”) Colorism is discrimination based on complexion, shade, or tone. Religion Title VII of the Civil Rights Act protects not only people who belong to traditional organized religions such as Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, and Judaism, but also atheist, agnostic, and others who have sincerely held religious, ethical, or moral beliefs. Sex Disparate treatment based on sex Harassment based on sex Sexual harassment Pregnancy Discrimination *Sexual Identity (currently protected and precedents, but pending)  LGBTQQI 9-Aug-19

EEO Protected Bases for Discrimination 6. Age Discrimination based on age includes those who are 40 and older (exception: states like NJ) 7. Mental Disability Discrimination based on depression, for example 8. Physical Disability Discrimination based on physical disability is prohibited Reasonable accommodations (e.g. e-textbooks for students affected by PTSD) Retaliation and Reprisal Participation IN or Opposition TO the EEO complaint process 9-Aug-19

The EEO Process at a Glance 9-Aug-19

The EEO Timeline at a Glance 9-Aug-19

Reminder: NDU Community Standards We are committed to fostering a climate of diversity, equity, and inclusion among: Students Faculty Staff Administrators Leaders at ALL levels We value the richness of diversity in our: People Perspectives Life Experiences Backgrounds Upbringings Ideas Cultures Countries (International Fellows) 9-Aug-19

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Office Location: Lincoln Hall 3623 We are here to support you! Dr. Taharee A. Jackson Expert Consultant Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Program Manager EEO Counselor Office Location: Lincoln Hall 3623 taharee.a.jackson.civ@ndu.edu Office Number: 202.685.3397 9-Aug-19

Sexual Harassment Checklist Key Questions (Mil): Key Questions (Civ/EEO): Is the behavior sexual in nature? Is the behavior UNWELCOME? Is the behavior unwelcomed? Does the victim belong to protected status? Would a reasonable person find the behavior inappropriate? Is there a tangible employment action? Does one or more of the following exist? Did the action lead to a hostile, intimidating, or abusive work environment? Power, control and influence The university is liable and must address it Hostile or offensive environment Hostile/uncomfortable/unsafe environment