This lesson clarifies harassment, bias, and microaggressions, with emphasis on their impact on neurodiverse employees and the inclusive culture we aim to build.
Recognizing Harassment, Bias, and Microaggressions: Concepts and Impact
This lesson clarifies harassment, bias, and microaggressions, with emphasis on their impact on neurodiverse employees and the inclusive culture we aim to build.
Definition and scope
Harassment is unwanted conduct based on protected characteristics or other protected traits. Bias is a pattern of judgments that favors some people while disadvantaging others. Microaggressions are brief, often subtle remarks or actions that communicate disrespect or exclusion.
For neurodiverse employees, these behaviors can be subtle and cumulative, affecting trust, participation, and wellbeing in the workplace.
Impact
Repeated incidents reduce engagement, learning, and performance. They can erode psychological safety and sense of belonging.
Respectful baseline
Organizations should set clear expectations, provide accessible reporting options, and respond promptly to concerns to maintain an inclusive culture.