12.3 Create informal communication opportunities to discuss gender equality-related topics
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Description of Best Practices
Host events, discussions, or other activities to informally discuss gender equality in the workplace
Create an environment where employees can freely discuss gender equality in a comfortable and open way without the pressure of a formal event
Use a variety of ways to engage employees in a fun and meaningful way (e.g., film screenings, book clubs, discussion groups, games, etc.)
Challenges of Implementation
Limited financial and human resources might deprioritize events or activities that are not business critical
Employees might not attend optional events
What Success Looks Like
Informal communications opportunities are used regularly to engage employees and discuss gender equality in an informal and unintimidating way
Employees regularly attend and participate in the scheduled events or activities
Resources and Tools
Article: 15 Activities Of Diversity And Inclusion In The Workplace (Vantage Circle)
Article: Sixteen Films to Inspire Discussions about Gender Equality (Medium)
Article: The 7 Best Books to Learn About Gender Equality, Recommended by Activists (Global Citizen)