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The vocabulary of Diversity and Inclusion

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Equal opportunities

Equal opportunity is the principle that every individual should have the same opportunity to succeed, regardless of their origin, gender, social situation, disability or any other personal characteristic, while ensuring that inequalities at the outset are neutralized. For example, for...

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Equity

Equity is the principle of ensuring fair and impartial treatment, taking into account the specific needs and circumstances of individuals, in order to compensate for historical or systemic disadvantages. Sources : Equity - Legal definition Definitions : Equity - D...

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Algorithmic impact study

An impact assessment is a technical study designed to assess the consequences of a project in order to limit, mitigate or compensate for any negative effects. In the case of algorithms, the impact study aims to anticipate, assess and limit their potential discriminatory effects....

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Exclusion

Exclusion can be defined as a process by which certain individuals or groups of people find themselves sidelined from society, deprived of full participation in social, economic and cultural life. It is characterized by a breakdown in social ties and a marginalization that...

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Type

Gender refers to a set of socially constructed behaviors, expectations and identities associated with belonging to one sex. It can mean masculine or feminine gender, as well as non-binary and fluid identities. Gender is distinct from biological sex and reflects a way of...

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Inclusion

Inclusion, as opposed to exclusion, means giving a place and recognition within the organization to all people, whatever their characteristics. Source: Definitions : inclusion - Larousse French Dictionary Framework of equity, diversity and...

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Diversity management

The organization, procedures, processes and resources required to implement the management system for preventing discrimination and promoting diversity. Source : AFNOR Group | Group services in France and abroad

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Priority urban districts (QPV)

Priority urban districts (QPV) are suburban territories defined by the public authorities as priority targets for urban policy, based on local considerations linked to the difficulties experienced by the inhabitants of these territories....

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Diversity Coordinator

Person within the organization responsible for implementing and monitoring the diversity policy. Source : AFNOR Group | Group services in France and abroad

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Occupational segregation

A situation where employees are assigned, de jure or de facto, to different professions on the basis of their intrinsic characteristics, such as gender or ethnic origin. Source : AFNOR Group | Group services in France and abroad

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Ethnic statistics

Ethnic statistics are demographic data that categorize populations according to ethnic, racial or cultural criteria. They may include information on national origin, skin color, religion, mother tongue or other cultural characteristics....

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