Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion SIG
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion SIGDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion SIG
Affiliated 2019
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Contact Information
Nathaniel Chua, MA
Private Practice
Quezon City, Philippines
Current SIG Leaders
Nathaniel Chua - Chair
Sandro Voi - Vice Chair
Mission/Objectives:
ACBS is an international organization which values understanding human behaviour within contexts. In order to fulfill this vision, the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) SIG aims to help members with different backgrounds share their perspectives within the organization through
different channels, including but not limited to access to leadership, organizing and/or attending professional activities (e.g., World Conference, regional conference, etc.), communicating with people with different backgrounds, and initiating DEI-related activities. We endorse a broad definition of different backgrounds, including but not limited to nationality, professional discipline and setting, age and generational influences, gender identity and sexual orientation, race and ethnicity, religion and spiritual orientation, and disability.
Definition of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Diversity - psychological, physical, and social differences that occur among any and all individuals. Diversity includes all the ways in which people differ, encompassing the different characteristics that make one individual or group different from another, including but not limited to: race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, socioeconomic status, education, marital status, language, age, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, mental or physical ability, veteran status, genetic information and learning styles. Our definition also includes diversity of thought: ideas, perspectives, and values. We recognize that individuals affiliate with multiple identities. A diverse group, community, or organization is one in which a variety of social and cultural characteristics exist.
https://www.uh.edu/cdi/diversity_education/resources/pdf/terms.pdf
https://independentsector.org/resource/why-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-matter/
Equity - The guarantee of fair treatment, access, opportunity, and advancement for all while at the same time striving to identify and eliminate barriers that have prevented the full participation of marginalized groups. https://diversity.berkeley.edu/sites/default/files/admin_strategic_planning_toolkit_final.pdf
Inclusion - Authentically bringing traditionally excluded individuals and/or groups into processes, activities, and decision/policy making in a way that shares power. http://www.racialequityresourceguide.org/about/glossary
General interest area to be specifically addressed:
We would like to create a more inclusive community that is sensitive to diverse personal and professional backgrounds and their perspectives, experiences, and insights. To do this, we will engage with as many members as possible and work together.
SIG activities:
We have created our own listserv, Youtube channel, blog, Voice & Values podcast and resources webpage to share resources and perspectives. Some of our activities include sponsoring symposium or panel discussion at the ACBS World Conference, conducting surveys on underrepresented members, engaging with underrepresented members, and initiating DEI-related activities throughout the year, especially during the World Conference.
Describe the SIG's membership:
Any person who has an interest in facilitating diversity, equity, inclusion, and related justice concerns within ACBS. This SIG works closely with the DEI Committee and will further engage with the larger community to include more members. We expect the membership will increase steadily in the future.
DEI SIG Executive Committee Meeting Minutes
DEI SIG Executive Committee Meeting MinutesDEI SIG Leadership Team
DEI SIG Leadership TeamMembers are listed based on the alphabetical order of their first name
Dr. Jennifer Shepard Payne
Jennifer Shepard Payne, PhD, LCSW is an Associate Professor at Azusa Pacific University in the School of Behavioral and Applied Sciences (Los Angeles County, California). She received her doctorate from the UCLA School of Public Affairs and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with many years of experience in mental health clinical practice and administration. She is also the Founder of DTG Counseling and Consulting, a private practice where she provides ACT-based therapy and social services to ministers and church-based laity (www.dtgcounseling.com). She is the Principal Investigator of the Urban Pastor's Project and the Clergy Depressive Counseling Survey, two studies that obtained data from pastors about their beliefs and treatment practices surrounding depression and mental health. Her research interests include developing culturally tailored community-based depression and trauma interventions and addressing minority mental health disparities.
DEI SIG Newsletters
DEI SIG Newsletters CommunityDEI Trainer/Researcher/Guest Directory
DEI Trainer/Researcher/Guest DirectoryThe diversity, equity, and inclusion committee of the ACBS has created a directory where trainers, researchers, and otherwise knowledgeable folks in the field who offer services such as workshops, trainings, consultations, podcast interviews, etc. can be found. We want this space to highlight the typically underrepresented members of the ACBS community. This directory is welcoming and inclusive.
https://contextualscience.org/dei_trainerresearcherguest_directory
List of DEI Resources & Trainers
List of DEI Resources & TrainersThe DEI SIG has put together a list of resources and professionals who offer DEI related work.
If you are looking for a professional to provide DEI help for your group or program this list may help orient you to an individual or service. We do not specifically endorse any listed person or program on this list, and encourage you to research & inquire more about specific services provided.
Resources List: https://docs.google.com/document/d/146EvzKceR-1wo2jUTqG7nueud2M9btnxsya3o26edNY/edit?usp=sharing
Writing Workshop Group
Writing Workshop GroupThe DEI SIG will be continuing our successful peer led Writing Workshop meetings with a new schedule and format beginning in January 2022.
Please read the following carefully, as it contains important information:
Schedule:
Submissions are now closed for the ACBS Worldcon. We will meet again in the future.
Format:
The purpose of these sessions is to help draft submissions to the 2022 ACBS Conference, with specific focus on helping members brainstorm ideas, and clarify working titles, abstracts, and other written submission materials.
All sessions are peer led, with a main room for general discussion related to writing, brainstorming, and other topics related to conference submission.
Members may break off into breakout rooms to share & receive feedback on drafts of conference related materials such as Titles, Abstracts, and 1-2 Presentation Slides.
Feedback will be focused only on Clarity (ex: Does this title clearly state the function/purpose of this submission?), Relevance to CBS (ex: Does this abstract clearly demonstrate relevance to CBS?), and Grammar/Spelling.
Please share with those who might benefit,
Jacob Martinez, LPC
Jennifer Payne, PhD. LCSW