Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion

Anti-Bias Resources 

Project Implicit – Project Implicit offers Implicit Association Tests (IAT) to help individuals explore their unconscious biases across various social categories, including race, gender, and disability. It aims to promote awareness and reduce bias through self-assessment and education.

Nature special issue on Disability & Ableism in Scientific Community – This special issue from Nature examines the challenges faced by scientists with disabilities and the pervasive ableism within the scientific community. It highlights the need for more inclusive practices and policies to support researchers with disabilities.

Perception Institute – The Science of Equality Volume 1 report, co-released by the Perception Institute and the Haas Institute, addresses the persistent issue of how implicit bias, racial anxiety, and stereotype threat impact education and healthcare in the U.S. Drawing from over 200 studies, this landmark report provides empirically tested strategies to counteract these biases and foster more equitable practices across these crucial sectors.

Gender Bias Calculator – The Gender Bias Calculator is an online tool that analyzes text to detect potential gender biases in language. It is designed to help users identify and correct subtle biases in writing, particularly in job descriptions, letters of recommendation, and performance reviews.

UC San Francisco Unconscious Bias Training – This self-paced video-based training helps individuals recognize and mitigate unconscious biases in the workplace. The program provides strategies to create a more inclusive and equitable environment in healthcare and beyond.

Language/Meeting Guide Resources 

Equitable Language Guide – This guide offers best practices for using inclusive and equitable language in professional and academic settings, helping to avoid bias and promote respect for all individuals.

Calling In & Calling Out – This resource provides strategies for addressing harmful behavior or language by either “calling in” for a private, constructive conversation or “calling out” publicly when necessary, fostering accountability and growth.

Inclusive Meeting Guide – This guide outlines steps to ensure meetings are accessible, respectful, and inclusive, enabling full participation from all attendees regardless of their background or abilities.

NIAID HIV Language Guide – This guide recommends respectful and non-stigmatizing language when discussing HIV and related topics, emphasizing the importance of using terms that reflect dignity and humanity.

UW Resources 

UW Diversity Blueprint – The University of Washington’s Diversity Blueprint outlines strategies and goals for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion across all campuses, providing a framework for institutional change.

UW Faculty & Staff Affinity Groups – UW’s affinity groups provide support and networking opportunities for faculty and staff with shared identities or interests, fostering a sense of community and belonging.

UW Advance Center for Institutional Change: DEI Tools & Resources – The UW Advance Center offers a comprehensive collection of DEI tools and resources to support faculty and staff in creating more equitable and inclusive academic environments.

UW Medicine: Student Opportunities & Connection – UW Medicine provides resources and opportunities for students to engage with diverse communities, enhancing their education and fostering
inclusive healthcare practices.

NIH Resources 

NIH Research Supplements to Promote Diversity in Health-Related Research – This NIH program offers research supplements to support the training and career development of underrepresented individuals in health-related research fields.

Mentoring with EDI Lens

Mentoring the Mentors of URM: Beyond Cultural Competency by Karina Walters et al – This publication explores strategies for mentoring underrepresented minority (URM) students and faculty, going beyond cultural competency to foster truly inclusive mentoring relationships.

Better Letters: Equitable Practices (Inclusive Graduate Education Network or IGEN) – The IGEN resource offers equitable practices for writing letters of recommendation, ensuring fairness and inclusion in graduate education and beyond.

Equity-minded Mentoring Toolkit (IGEN) – The IGEN Equity-minded Mentoring Toolkit provides practical tools and strategies for mentors to support the success of diverse graduate students in STEM fields.

Other Resources

Inclusive Approaches to Data Visualization – This resource outlines best practices for creating data visualizations that are accessible and inclusive, ensuring that data is presented in ways that are
understandable and meaningful to diverse audiences.

JAMA: Updated Guidance on Reporting Race and Ethnicity in Medical/Science Journals – JAMA’s updated guidance provides recommendations for accurately and respectfully reporting race and
ethnicity in medical and scientific journals, promoting equity in research and publication.