Civility and Inclusion

In this episode of the Acas Podcast, we explore the topic of allyship for gender equality, We discuss:
- what it means to be an effective ally
- achieving gender equity at work
- how the covid-19 (coronavirus) pandemic has influenced gender roles
- how employers can help men become better allies

This toolkit aims to explain what an ally is and how you can be one. There are also some suggestions on how to be an ally to particular groups.

We're taught to believe that hard work and dedication will lead to success, but that's not always the case. Gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation are among the many factors that affect our chances, says writer and advocate Melinda Briana Epler, and it's up to each of us to be allies for those who face discrimination. In this actionable talk, she shares three ways to support people who are underrepresented in the workplace. "There's no magic wand for correcting diversity and inclusion," she says. "Change happens one person at a time, one act at a time, one word at a time."

What is Allyship? By Lean In
Learn how to take meaningful action as an ally. Allyship at Work helps you understand your privilege and positional power and learn specific actions you can take to show up as an ally.