To foster an inclusive and welcoming environment for all, SAG22 has adopted the meeting "ground rules" listed below:
Respect: Use language that fosters a welcoming environment. Racist, sexist, homophobic, or other derogatory language is not welcome.
Share the air: Be mindful of how much you and those around you are speaking. If you find yourself dominating the conversation, please step back; if you have not spoken much, feel encouraged to step up.
Be aware of privilege and power: How does your identity and status affect how you speak and listen to others?
Listen actively: Be present and attentive while others are speaking. Avoid mentally imposing your own biases, thoughts, or opinions onto what someone else is sharing. If you paraphrase what someone else said, verify with them afterwards that you have correctly interpreted their words: “Did I get that right?”
Use “I” statements: Speak from your own experiences and avoid generalizing; respect that others’ experiences and expertise will differ from your own.
Think “both/and” rather than “either/or”: Acknowledge that binaries are incomplete; leave room for complexity and avoid oversimplification.