Instilling Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging in Children????
Dr Gifford Rhamie (PhD, FAETC)
Public Speaker | Executive Leadership Consultant (DEIB) and Intersectional Educator | Making Inclusion and belonging a lived reality | Pianist/musician | Board Member
In multicultural Britain, it's essential to raise children with the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB), so they naturally embrace and thrive in a diverse society.
1. Representation Matters????: Surround children with diverse books, toys, and media that reflect different cultures, ethnicities, and abilities. When they see varied experiences and perspectives, they learn to appreciate diversity as part of everyday life.
2. Celebrate Differences????: Encourage children to explore different cultures, languages, and traditions, whether it's through food, music, or festivals. This helps them see the beauty in differences while also understanding that we share common values such as kindness, love, and respect.
3. Promote Fairness and Equity??????????: Children often have a strong sense of fairness. Use this to help them understand that equity means giving everyone the support they need to succeed, even if it looks different for each person. Teaching fairness fosters empathy and a commitment to standing up for those treated unfairly.
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4. Model Inclusive Behaviour??????: Children learn by example. Show them what it means to respect and include everyone, regardless of their background. Call out discrimination, encourage kindness, and demonstrate the importance of standing up for others.
5. Create a Sense of Belonging????: Encourage children to ensure that everyone feels included and valued. Teach them to befriend those who may feel left out and to celebrate the uniqueness of others. A sense of belonging helps build inclusive communities.
6. Encourage Open Conversations?????: Be open to discussing diversity, race, gender, and other differences. Creating a safe space for questions helps children understand these issues and fosters acceptance and curiosity about the world around them.
By nurturing these values in our children, we help them grow into adults who see multiculturalism as second nature. In this world, diversity is embraced, fairness is expected, and everyone is made to feel they truly belong. ????
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