The Proven Impact of Affinity Spaces
This article provides an overview of research on affinity groups, explaining what they are, how they form, and what research says about them.
Implicit bias training, explained
In recent decades, companies big and small have sought out implicit bias training for their employees as a vehicle to tackle discrimination and bolster equity in the workplace. What is implicit bias? And what difference can training make?
How to set a DEI initiative up for success
Whether launching a new DEI initiative or building on work already underway, setting out with clarity and intention makes all the difference.
Evaluating diversity programs for effectiveness
Too often for people of color, the field of evaluation does more harm than good. Historically and today, data has been sourced using oppressive methods that are not only exploitative of communities and staff of color — but are often used to support racist policies. This list provides resources for integrating equity into evaluation approaches of policies and programs, and learning from existing evaluation frameworks of diversity initiatives.
Four common misconceptions among DEI practitioners
Like in any field, misconceptions sometimes arise — not from a lack of understanding, but from the complexity of translating evidence into practice. This article highlights four common misconceptions among DEI practitioners and adds what research shows about them.
Four ways to decolonize universities
This article presents four strategies found to be effective in the field of research on educational equity. While this list is not exhaustive, it provides an overview of key issues and strategies gleaned from articles in the Race, Research, and Policy Portal (RRAPP).