An ally is someone who is not a member of an underrepresented group but who takes action to support that group to help make their workplace more diverse and inclusive for all.
For workplaces to become truly inclusive it is up to people who hold positions of privilege to be active allies and to take responsibility for making changes that will help others be successful.
Allies at all levels can take action with simple, everyday efforts that make a real difference and in this series, we highlight some things that you can do to be an ally and to support your colleagues from underrepresented groups.
#47: Accept that you are going to make mistakes
You’re going to mistakes. When you do, own it, apologise, and try again. I make mistakes all the time. It is important that you don’t let the fear of making a mistake or saying the wrong thing stop you from having conversations or trying to be an ally.
Read the full “How to be an Ally” series here.
