Leading Libraries Series: Leading for Inclusion
Developing allyship
Resource list
Web accessible articles
'Allyship - The Key To Unlocking The Power Of Diversity' – an introductory article in
Forbes from 2018 by the diversity writer Sheree Atcheson
A useful summary about the use of micro-affirmations as a form of allyship from Melinda Briana Epler, writing for Ted Ideas in 2021 'How to be an ally in the workplace: 13 ways to do it'
An in-depth view on the psychology of allyship, by Andre Spicer from CASS Business school, writing for The Conversation – 'The psychology of being a better ally in the office – and beyond'
An interesting article from the Harvard Business Review, aimed at senior leaders – especially, white male leaders. 'Be a Better Ally' by Tsedale M. Melaku, Angie Beeman,
David G Smith and W.Brad Johnson
A great interview with Karen Catlin, author of 'Better Allies' about her interest in inclusion and the idea of allyship - Everyday Actions to Become Better Ally at Work. The interview was written by Toby Mildon a UK leader in Diversity and Inclusion.
Catlin's Better Allies blog posts which cover the whole range of allyship issues
Some great practical examples and tips relating to the seven types of ally, again from Better Allies '7 Examples of What Being an Ally at Work Really Looks Like', written for The Muse
Videos and interactive sites
Melinda Briana Epler's talk for Ted Salon in 2018 which summarises her key ideas '3 ways to be a better ally in the workplace'
A brief video introducing the subject 'What is Allyship?' created for the LeanIn.org channel, Sheryl Sandberg's non-profit aimed at women who want to create more inclusive
organisations
A serious-fun way to introduce the idea of allyship to more junior colleagues (and anyone else who is interested! The BBC Academy's Ally Track game.
Recommended books
A great set of practical tips for supporting inclusion in your own workplace from one of the key experts in allyship – 'Better allies: everyday actions to create inclusive, engaging workplaces', Karen Caitlin, San Mateo CA, Better Allies Press, 2019
With a strong focus on personal leadership, 'How to be an ally: actions you can take for a stronger, happier workplace',
Melinda Briana Epler, New York, McGraw Hill 2022
Module materials
Slide pack: Developing allyship
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