1. 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…

2. 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
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3. My Mom!

4. My Daddy!

5. 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.
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6. The National Climate regarding Diversity and Inclusion
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7. 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
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8. 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”
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9. 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
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10. 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
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11. The EEO Process at a Glance
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12. The EEO Timeline at a Glance
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13. 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)
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14. 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
Office Number:
9-Aug-19

15. 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