Presentation is loading. Please wait.

Presentation is loading. Please wait.

 Diversity  Inclusion  Equity Is your library embracing these standards of social justice? Facilitators Liesl Seborg, Salt Lake County Library Services.

Published byRhoda Stafford Modified over 9 years ago

Similar presentations

Presentation on theme: " Diversity  Inclusion  Equity Is your library embracing these standards of social justice? Facilitators Liesl Seborg, Salt Lake County Library Services."— Presentation transcript:

1  Diversity  Inclusion  Equity Is your library embracing these standards of social justice? Facilitators Liesl Seborg, Salt Lake County Library Services Juan Tomás Lee Morales, State Library ANNUAL ULA CONFERENCE MAY 2015

2 Goals for this presentation Explore the concept of diversityDefinitions of Diversity, Inclusion, and EquityRecognizing our own biases Creating a library environment more welcoming to diverse communities

3 Activity #1

4 Consider the phrases…

5

6 Alternative to TOLERANCE RESPECT understand Seek to understand the differences Value Value the unique experiences of the individual … a better approach to Diversity – paving the road to Inclusion and Equity

7 What comes to mind? Diversity Inclusion Equity

8 We propose new definitions… The sum of differences and similarities DIVERSITY Treatment is fair and respectful Value of distinctive skills, experiences, and perspectives Equal access to resources and opportunities Contribute fully to the organization’s success INCLUSION Assumes differences Takes differences into account to ensure a fair process Ensures a fair (equitable) outcome EQUITY

9 Dimensions of Diversity Source: Utah State Library Division workshop “Library Services to Spanish Speakers: Cultural Implications for Library Services” (November 2006) by Yolanda Cuesta. Mental & IDENTITY

10 The Cultural Dimension Source: Hilary Amnah, Community Arts, Utah Division of Arts & Museums (2014)

11 Activity #2

12 What is a BIAS? “Biases are the stories we make up about people before we know who they actually are.”

13 Recognizing Personal Biases

14 Biases & Library Work

15 Creating a Welcoming Environment Stepping boldly out of your comfort Identifying specific dimensions of diversity to focus on Critical review of library policies and practices Awareness of personal biases Awareness of dimensions of diversity

16 Activity #3

17 Thank You! Liesl Seborg Liesl Seborg Salt Lake County Library Services lseborg@slcolibrary.org Juan Tomás Lee Morales Juan Tomás Lee Morales State Library jtlee@utah.gov

Download ppt " Diversity  Inclusion  Equity Is your library embracing these standards of social justice? Facilitators Liesl Seborg, Salt Lake County Library Services."

Similar presentations

Approaching difference differently in child and youth mental health.

Approaching difference differently in child and youth mental health.
Health Promotion.

Health Promotion.
Excellence in Service and Programming Writing Group: Kim Arrendell, Lisa Blazer, Eric Cooper, Andrew Haring, Anne Jimenez, Jennifer Lilly, Bob Miller,

Excellence in Service and Programming Writing Group: Kim Arrendell, Lisa Blazer, Eric Cooper, Andrew Haring, Anne Jimenez, Jennifer Lilly, Bob Miller,
What is Diversity? All differences that define each of us as unique individuals, such as:  Culture  Ethnicity  Race  Gender  Nationality  Age  Religion.

What is Diversity? All differences that define each of us as unique individuals, such as:  Culture  Ethnicity  Race  Gender  Nationality  Age  Religion.
4 Equity and Diversity.

4 Equity and Diversity.
Enrollment Management and Student Affairs at Portland State University Enrollment Management and Student Affairs is a student-centered organization, dedicated.

Enrollment Management and Student Affairs at Portland State University Enrollment Management and Student Affairs is a student-centered organization, dedicated.
2012 ULA Pre-Conference 04-25-2012 1 COLLABORATION: A PROVEN MODEL FOR LIBRARY SUCCESS.

2012 ULA Pre-Conference COLLABORATION: A PROVEN MODEL FOR LIBRARY SUCCESS.
1 DMC HR Department Detroit Medical Center© Revised: January, 2010 A Look At Diversity In The DMC Diversity in Action.

1 DMC HR Department Detroit Medical Center© Revised: January, 2010 A Look At Diversity In The DMC Diversity in Action.
The Equity Office. Mandate To work with Officers of the University, the Senate Education Equity Committee and the Council on Employment Equity to ensure.

The Equity Office. Mandate To work with Officers of the University, the Senate Education Equity Committee and the Council on Employment Equity to ensure.
Engage diversity and difference in practice

Engage diversity and difference in practice
Multicultural Education: What, Why and How? “When you are willing to make sacrifices for a great cause, you will never be alone.” Dr. Rincon Ed593 Teaching.

Multicultural Education: What, Why and How? “When you are willing to make sacrifices for a great cause, you will never be alone.” Dr. Rincon Ed593 Teaching.
1 PUT TITLE HERE Presentation to School Council on the Ontario’s Equity and Inclusive Education Strategy April 15, 2010.

1 PUT TITLE HERE Presentation to School Council on the Ontario’s Equity and Inclusive Education Strategy April 15, 2010.
Cultural Competencies: The Big Picture Melynda Huskey Office of the Vice President for Equity and Diversity.

Cultural Competencies: The Big Picture Melynda Huskey Office of the Vice President for Equity and Diversity.
Development of Interdisciplinary Program on Climate Change and Sustainability Policy- CLIMASP” CLARIFYING ETHICS AND VALUES CLIMASP Course Curriculum Development.

Development of Interdisciplinary Program on Climate Change and Sustainability Policy- CLIMASP” CLARIFYING ETHICS AND VALUES CLIMASP Course Curriculum Development.
Cultural Competence “Whenever people of different races come together in groups, leaders can assume that race is an issue, but not necessarily a problem.”

Cultural Competence “Whenever people of different races come together in groups, leaders can assume that race is an issue, but not necessarily a problem.”
Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities in Development Cooperation Training course Brussels, 29 th + 30 th November 2012 Module 7: Implementation of disability.

Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities in Development Cooperation Training course Brussels, 29 th + 30 th November 2012 Module 7: Implementation of disability.
September, 2006Cuesta Multicultural Consulting1 Community Connections: The Trustee’s Role in Developing a Culturally Responsive Library New Jersey State.

September, 2006Cuesta Multicultural Consulting1 Community Connections: The Trustee’s Role in Developing a Culturally Responsive Library New Jersey State.
Outcomes Participants will… TimeTopic 8:30Welcome and introductions Session overview What do equitable learning communities look and feel like for staff,

Outcomes Participants will… TimeTopic 8:30Welcome and introductions Session overview What do equitable learning communities look and feel like for staff,
New Voices/Nuevas Voces Program: Addressing Cultural and Linguistic Diversity in Early Childhood Education and Intervention Betsy Ayankoya Dina Castro.

New Voices/Nuevas Voces Program: Addressing Cultural and Linguistic Diversity in Early Childhood Education and Intervention Betsy Ayankoya Dina Castro.
PETER KINDERMAN Professor of Clinical Psychology Division of Clinical Psychology University of Liverpool Liverpool. L69 3GB

PETER KINDERMAN Professor of Clinical Psychology Division of Clinical Psychology University of Liverpool Liverpool. L69 3GB

Similar presentations

Ads by Google