Programming Language: Learning to Present, Talk, and Ask Questions in an Inclusive Way
As our tech communities grow more aware of the need to and value of being inclusive and welcoming in our approach, many people still struggle with how to amend their vocabulary and style of speaking to reflect their desire to really be inclusive. The causes for this are many but often include cognitive biases, and a lack of understanding about how to speak in a way that will entice others to hear and listen to what we're saying, and a misunderstanding on how importance words and phrases are to humans. This talk will explore the value of saying things in such a way so as to build inclusivity and connection between people. The talk will provide tools and language attendees can immediately implement to foster greater sense of welcome and community.
Programming Language: Learning to Present, Talk, and Ask Questions in an Inclusive Way
- 1. PROGRAMMING LANGUAGE @liamdempsey LEARNING to present, talk, and ask questions in AN INCLUSIVE WAY
- 10. Accept RESPONSIBILITY for actions regardless of intent @liamdempsey
- 14. Those with access to power must REDUCE their access @liamdempsey
- 15. Building inclusivity DEMANDS WORK by those with access to power @liamdempsey
- 18. Share that LEARNING is in progress @liamdempsey
- 22. Speak in GENDER NEUTRAL terms for groups of people @liamdempsey
- 23. Speak to the AUDIENCE you want to create @liamdempsey
- 24. Dont ask questions based on PERCEIVED INTENT @liamdempsey
- 25. LISTEN to how others speak and present @liamdempsey