Inclusion
A culture of belonging where people's unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are valued and respected. Inclusive organizations hold space for people to raise their perspectives authentically, ensuring that voices matter and that they are part of the decision-making process.
Intercultural (Cultural) Competence
The ability to communicate effectively and appropriately across different cultures based on one's cultural knowledge, abilities/skills, and attitudes.
Justice
The systemic removal of barriers, the act of finding and creating equity.
Microaggression
A statement, action, or incident regarded as an instance of indirect, subtle, or unintentional discrimination against members of a marginalized group.
Prejudice
A preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience.
Racism
A prejudice, discrimination, or antagonism directed against a person or people based on their membership in a particular racial or ethnic group, typically one that is a minority or marginalized.
Silent Collusion
To go along with through silence.
Stereotypes
An oversimplified image or statement applied to a whole group of people without regard for the individual.
Unconscious Bias
A positive or negative mental attitude that a person holds towards a person, thing, or group at an unconscious level.
See Outandequal.com's Glossary of LGBTQ Terms.