It's Just an Expression - Updated!

Offensive Figures of Speech

Helping employees and co-workers gain a better understanding of “diversity moments” through an example of how seemingly innocent expressions may have a harmful impact.

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Learning Path & Details

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
Type: Video Vignettes
Audience: General
Available As: Download, USB, Streaming

Topics

Suggested Industry Usage

Competencies

Understanding Diversity
Fostering Inclusion, Equity & Belonging

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Training Files (22)

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Title	Type	Time/Pages	Language
It's Just an Expression Video with graphics and narrator	Video Vignette	05:26 min	English	Demo
It's Just an Expression Video without narrator	Video Vignette	04:53 min	English	Demo
It's Just an Expression Video without graphics or narrator	Video Vignette	04:44 min	English	Demo
Diversity-Inclusion Crossword Crossword Puzzle	Additional Material	2 pages	English	Preview
M.E.E.T. Breaking New Ground - Assessment Assessment	Additional Material	1 page	English	Preview
M.E.E.T.™ Model at Work Information Worksheet	Additional Material	2 pages	English	Preview
Video Discussion and Facilitation: “It's just an expression.” Discussion Guide	Additional Material	5 pages	English	Preview
Video Observation: “It's Just an Expression.” Self-Study Task	Additional Material	2 pages	English	Preview

Additional Information

Trainer Comments: Many expressions of disrespect have histories that explain why these expressions are offensive. These histories don’t always know or understood, sometimes even by the people affected.