“ OUR AIM IS TO CHANGE DEEP-ROOTED BELIEFS THAT , BY DEFINITION , WE ARE UNAWARE THAT WE HOLD ”
CLARE STEPHENS VP OF DIVERSITY , EQUITY & INCLUSION , NTT DATA
“ Our aim is to change deep-rooted beliefs that , by definition , we are unaware that we hold ,” Stephens shares . “ This doesn ’ t happen overnight . Reducing unconscious bias in the workplace requires a thoughtful , proactive , and systematic approach , beginning with awareness .” Training programmes and workshops can be implemented to support this , as they can increase the recognition and understanding of how biases can impact decision-making .
The recruitment process is also an important aspect of cultivating diverse and inclusive workspaces , which are free from unconscious biases . Standardised procedures should be implemented by
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