How Social Exclusion Can Lead To Social Inclusion

Many of us around the world are united in our experience of social isolation and social distancing

Find out why many of us around the world are discovering that social exclusion is leading to social inclusion

Here are some key messages from this episode

  • Why I’ve spoken to more people than usual
  • People are taking more notice of each other
  • Our environment is changing

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Here are some key takeaways from this episode

Social Exclusion is leading to increased Social Participation

“Like many of you I’ve spent hours texting, speaking and video calling people, some of whom I don’t speak to that much! And I consider myself to be pretty social. We’re choosing to make with contact with more people on a more frequent basis”

Social Exclusion is leading to increased engagement by individuals

“many of the people who would be walking and looking at their phones are now paying attention to people around them, making eye contact with people around them and in some cases even saying hello to people around them. They’re more engaged”

Social Exclusion is changing your environment

It’s remarkable because it’s not something that they noticed before but it suggests that on some level their environment is changing. At least in their mind”

Here are some resources so you can go deeper

Diversity Climate Vs. Inclusion Climate A Guide To Understanding What They Mean In Your Workplace

The risks of social isolation

Check out these related episodes of the show

The Relationship Between Social Isolation, Loneliness & Belonging

Why Social Isolation Is Not A New Experience In the Workplace

Whenever you’re ready, there are a few ways I can support your Inclusion Journey:

 

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