#EveryLittleActionCounts Week 37: Amplify Voices of Women and Marginalised Colleagues!
In academia, proactively amplifying the voices of women and marginalised colleagues is crucial for creating a more inclusive and equitable academic environment. Oftentimes, their contributions are overlooked or undervalued. Thus it is essential for us to act and ensure their ideas are heard and recognised.
“I raise up my voice — not so that I can shout, but so that those without a voice can be heard … we cannot all succeed when half of us are held back.” ―
Malala Yousafzai
Public recognition
Publicly acknowledge and reinforce ideas shared by women and marginalised colleagues during meetings.
Advocate for equitable speaking
Advocate for equal speaking opportunities in seminars and panels.
Redirect attention
Redirect attention when someone’s contribution is interrupted or overlooked.
We would be very happy to hear about your strategies for amplifying the voices of women and marginalised colleagues.
Anne-Wil Harzing & Christa Sathish