Inequality in Dynamics – Who Feels Free, Who Doesn’t?
Introduction:
Social safety is unevenly distributed. Those higher in the hierarchy or part of the ‘old guard’ often feel freer to speak up than temporary workers, younger colleagues, or people with a bi-cultural background.
Content:
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Patterns of exclusion: who is invited to informal meetings? Who is seen as difficult?
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Unconscious biases guiding behavior: who is allowed to be dominant? Who must adapt?
Reflection questions:
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Who in your organization has the space to speak up, and who doesn’t?
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How are conversations about behavior or collaboration conducted behind closed doors?
Mini-poll:
“Everyone on my team has an equal opportunity to share their opinion.”
Organizational recommendations input:
Awareness training on inclusion and behavior, monitoring informal processes, involving HR in team culture.