Definitions Relevant to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

This week, in the Diversity Corner podcast, I will be providing definitions for different terms and phrases pertaining to diversity, equity and inclusion. There are many individuals who are unsure or just unaware of the true meanings about certain phrases or words such as Two Spirit or Equity versus Equality.

You will have a better understanding of some of these common everyday words which we hear whether it is in our growing diverse workplaces or in the mainstream society. In today’s growing diverse workplaces and multicultural society, it is important to distinguish what these terms are and how they should be used.