Be a Better Ally

^z 7th June 2023 at 11:53am

In the 2020 Harvard Business Review article "Be a Better Ally" authors Tsedale M. Melaku, Angie Beeman, David G. Smith, and W. Brad Johnson talk about how to apply allyship effectively "... as a strategic mechanism used by individuals to become collaborators, accomplices, and coconspirators who fight injustice and promote equity ...". They focus on the workplace and suggest:

  • Educate yourself
  • Own your privilege
  • Accept feedback
  • Become a confidant
  • Bring diversity to the table
  • See something, say something
  • Sponsor marginalized coworkers
  • Insist on diverse candidates
  • Build a community of allies

... excellent suggestions throughout life!

(cf On the Subjection Of (1999-08-21), Learning to See (2000-02-08), Race and Love (2004-08-06), ...) - ^z - 2023-06-07