This lesson defines bias and microaggressions, explains their impact, and outlines strategies to reduce them through awareness and policy tools.
Forms of Bias and Microaggressions in the Workplace
This lesson defines bias and microaggressions, explains their impact, and outlines strategies to reduce them through awareness and policy tools.
Bias and Stereotypes
Implicit and explicit biases influence decisions, interactions, and judgments about colleagues. Bias can be unconscious, making it harder to notice and address without deliberate effort.
Microaggressions
Microaggressions are brief, everyday slights or insults that communicate negative messages about a person’s identity. Though often unintentional, they cumulatively harm morale and trust.
Addressing Bias
Awareness training, inclusive language, and structured feedback help reduce bias. Policies should encourage reporting and provide clear correction pathways.
By identifying bias, organizations strengthen psychological safety and performance.