How to Be a Better Human How to become a better ally (with Nita Mosby Tyler)
Jul 5, 2021
Nita Mosby Tyler, Chief Catalyst and Founder of The Equity Project, shares her insights on true allyship. She discusses the essential role of 'unlikely allies' in the fight for justice and emphasizes that marginalized individuals must be open to receiving support. The conversation dives into the difference between performative and genuine allyship, urging listeners to take active roles in promoting equity. Nita also highlights the importance of elevating marginalized voices in the workplace, encouraging all to transition from bystanders to upstanders.
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The Salad Story
- Dr. Mosby-Tyler shares a childhood story about dinner at a white family's home.
- Mistaking salad for the entire meal, she assumed they were poor, leading to a humorous act of kindness.
Bias Formation
- The salad story highlights how quickly biases form.
- These biases arise from assumptions when we lack understanding.
Mitigate Biases
- Mitigate your biases, both conscious and unconscious, to be a good ally.
- Biases hinder listening and understanding others' needs.
