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about how much stronger a group becomes
group? Did it make you feel more confident,
when all its members feel valued and
capable, or ready to contribute? That feeling is
respected. That’s the power of inclusion: it
what inclusion creates for everyone, and it’s
brings out the best in everyone.
something we all deserve.
Inclusion as the Solution to Division
In schools, workplaces, and communities,
inclusion has the power to change lives. When
Right now, we live in a world where division
students
feel
often takes center stage. Whether it's racial,
included in their classrooms, they are more
social, political, or economic, divisions can seem
engaged and eager to learn. When employees
impossible to overcome. But the truth is that
feel that they belong in their workplace, they
inclusion can help us bridge these gaps. When
are more productive and creative. And when
we focus on what brings us together instead of
communities come together in the spirit of
what separates us, we find common ground.
from
diverse
backgrounds
inclusion, they are more united, resilient, and
able to solve problems together.
Inclusion starts with listening—really listening—
to the experiences of others. Often, people feel
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Let’s take a moment to reflect on this: When
divided because they believe their struggles are
was the last time you felt truly included in a
not understood or appreciated by others. But by
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