I share this information every time violent tragedy inflicted upon minoritized communities permeates the headlines. Remember employers, these incidents can, and often do, affect other BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) employees surviving race-based trauma daily. #StopAAPIHate #RacismIsAPublicHealthCrisis #DomesticTerrorism
Give them space to experience their emotions without explanation.
Do not ask them to educate you. This is NOT the moment. Do your own research.
Allow mental health days off with no questions asked.
Make sure ALL employees know about mental health benefits and resources available to them.
Make a donation on behalf of your company to an organization working for justice.
Commit to the never ending journey towards a more just and equitable work environment for EVERYONE.
