Triple C Advisory’s Post

Our final Wednesday Word of the Week for Pride Month is 𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆. An 𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 is someone who helps, supports, or advocates for people who are part of a marginalised or mistreated group when they are not a member of the group themselves. The first written record of the word 𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 was in 1380, when it referred to a relative or relation. Since then, the use of it has grown to have several related meanings, all of which stem from the primary definition: a person who helps or supports someone else, first used in this context in 1406. 𝗔𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀 are vital for groups that are discriminated against to help ensure their basic rights and their ability to be happy and successful in society. When people who are not part of the group practise active 𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽, they add effective and powerful voices in the stand for the equal and fair treatment of people different to themselves. Is there anyone you’re an 𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 for? How do you demonstrate 𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽? #CopywriteRight #WednesdayWord #ally #allyship #PrideMonth

Have you discovered the power of kindness. At Triple C Advisory our Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) work has led us to a vital realization: kindness changes hearts and minds. Kindness helps us break free from harmful norms and pave new paths towards more inclusive diverse future. Read our blog on leading JEDI work with kindness. https://lnkd.in/dA3yimuG #JEDI #Kindness #genderequality #Equity #Diversity #Inclusion Dr Khetsiwe Dlamini

Can a DEI advocate and DEI critic flesh out the issues and find common ground without a shouting match ensuing? Join me and my guest, Michael Rixon, for an insightful episode of The Humpty Project as we dive deep into the lived experience and nuances of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Links to the video and audio versions in the comments! #DEI #diversity #inclusion #thehumptyproject

Tomorrow is Juneteenth, our newest federal holiday! This day commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. It's also a good reminder that we still have much work to do when it comes to making the world a place of inclusion and belonging. To encourage this, we're sharing five books that can help to make your work, your community, and your home a more inclusive place. This list includes two children's books because it's never too early to start building empathy and awareness with kids. #DEI #diversityequityandinclusion #DEIB #belonging #inclusion #leadership #positiveleadership

"Not being racist" is standing on middle ground. Problem is, standing on middle ground benefits the oppressor, not the oppressed. A few years back, McKenzie, a friend of mine, confessed her anti-racism journey was difficult, even painful. Growing up in a white evangelical household, she was specifically told not to talk about race. It simply wasn't polite. I later discovered that many of my white friends, colleagues, allies--even my spouse--were also raised to avoid the subject of race like the plague. "Being polite" was a non-racist stance. Here's why this is harmful, even though it sounds nice: 👉🏾 It prevented McKenzie from challenging her biases and what she'd been taught. 👉🏾 It prevented McKenzie from learning how Black and other racially marginalized folks continue to face discrimination. 👉🏾 It prevented McKenzie from understanding how policies, behaviors, and attitudes that establish and reinforce white social dominance — whether it’s overt (hate crimes) or covert (poorly funded Black, Indigenous, and Latino schools). 👉🏾 Not challenging these systems put her in a comfort zone. And this comfort zone allows racism to continue and flourish. If you are white and were raised not to talk about race, please understand "not being racist" is NOT helpful. And you need to understand that race has impacted nearly every aspect of racially marginalized people's lives, from the quality of healthcare received (if there is even access to it) to access to healthy foods. Yes, this is painful. Yes, you will make mistakes. And yes, there is a time, place, and manner to bring up racism. But no crisis has ever been solved by people staying in their comfort zone. All this does is give them peace of mind while others continue to be discriminated against. Which is the opposite of polite. And that's the #TuesdayTea! ☕️ #DiversityAndInclusion #Diversity #Equality #RacialEquity #AntiRacism Image credit: Sheva Guy, PhD, CDP®, Prosci®🦇💜. If you aren't already following her, you probably should. Image description: Illustration of being anti-racist vs non-racist, with examples of actions and beliefs for each category.

Really great post from Paul Ladipo about the difference between anti-racist and not racist. The reality is that practicing anti-racism is hard. It feels icky and shameful, and uncomfortable, but that’s our privilege speaking. It’s also the voice of complacency and “better-than-you-ness.” Don’t believe it. Don’t let it stop you. You will lose friends. You may even lose family. But what it opens up in your heart, in your being, and in your soul is so worth it. Hate is easy. Love is hard. Speaking for those without a voice is harder. Standing up for those that have nothing to offer in return sounds like a waste, in our capitalist society. Heck, politicians and business leaders try to make you believe this day after day, but don’t fall for it either. I don’t miss anyone or anything I have said goodbye to in my own anti-racism journey. I look around my friend group these days and it is SO much richer. My life is so much fuller because my heart and concsience feels right. If my Mom and my 70+ year old friends can practice anti-racism, so can you. Also, you will mess up. A lot. Like, a LOT, a lot. It’s Ok. I still mess up all the time, but I keep learning and un-learning, because it’s more important than my ego. Go ahead. I dare you. I’m here if you need another whyte person to help you. Don’t put your emotional labor on other PoC. **This is not my business - these are simply my values.**

Powerful piece that’s definitely worth reposting broadly, Paul Ladipo! Being polite is absolutely part of the problem. We should be in the business of redefining two words and concepts..APPROPRIATE and POLITE. We all need to be about actively disrupting norms that continue to oppress and harm, norms that are established and perpetuated from generation to generation. Now is the time for intergenrational conversations about intentional efforts to renorm for more inclusive and antiracist ways of being, doing, and existing. Having these conversations using the graphic below would go a long way toward renorming.

I completely resonate with this message. “Not being racist” is often a way to sidestep the deeper, more challenging conversations we need to have about race and privilege. Those three words are also too passive, and it often allows systemic issues to persist un ✔ . As McKenzie’s story illustrates, silence around race does more harm than good. When we avoid these conversations, we not only protect our own comfort but also contribute to a cycle ♻ of ignorance that benefits those in power. It also highlights how being taught to avoid these discussions keeps us in a bubble, preventing real growth and understanding. Engaging in discussions about race—no matter how uncomfortable—is essential for growth and understanding. It’s important for those of us who have been socialized to avoid these topics to recognize that discomfort is part of the learning process. By embracing this discomfort, we can begin to challenge biases, advocate for change, and support marginalized communities more effectively. It’s crucial for those raised in environments that shun conversations about race to recognize that true anti-racism requires action and discomfort. Ignoring the issue doesn’t help anyone; instead, it perpetuates systemic injustices. We must push past our comfort zones to confront our biases, listen to marginalized voices, and advocate for meaningful change. Let’s move beyond mere politeness and strive for real dialogue and action. Engaging in these difficult conversations is not just polite; it’s necessary for progress. Only then can we work toward dismantling the systems that perpetuate racism and inequity.   #DiversityAndInclusion #RacialEquity #AntiRacism

Want to become more self-aware, unbiased, and connected to better serve your organization and community? Join Lauren Garrott and I at NPC24 and take responsibility for your own DEI education.   Let's discuss how to center voices from people of color without burdening them and acknowledge the pain of bias. Risk personal discomfort to engage with problematic or racist behaviors. Understand your privilege and implicit bias. Learn how to talk about difficult issues such as the impact of systemic racism and strategies to reverse its impacts.   This session is for people in public-facing positions whose work involves building community and cohesion. The workshop will equip you with the knowledge and tools to be an empathic and connected leader so you can better navigate your community’s evolving needs.   Training is based on W. Kamau Bell & Kate Schatz's book, Do the Work! An Antiracist Activity Book. https://a.co/d/17ynhKx   Participants will work collaboratively in small groups to explore ways to talk about privilege, equity, inclusion and systemic racism as it relates to them personally and in the planning profession. Join us! #diversity #equity #inclusion #belonging #DEI

Racism: Let's Talk About It As professionals, we strive for inclusivity and respect in our workplaces and communities. But let's face it, racism still exists and it's time to address it. I recently reported on a brother who genuinely didn't understand why racism is a thing. It was a wake-up call for me to realize that education and empathy are key to moving forward. Let's continue the conversation and learn from each other. How have you addressed racism in your workplace or community? What resources have you found helpful? Together, we can create a more inclusive and equitable world. #Racism #Inclusion #Diversity #Equity #Education"