Tips on counteracting socio-economic microaggressions and creating an inclusive environment Tips on counteracting socio-economic microaggressions and creating an inclusive environmentWhen you meet new people, be curious about their interests and aspirations rather than only their background Don’t assume that everyone’s life or family is like yoursRecognise that people’s knowledge is different to yours but no less valuable Seek to challenge some of the unhelpful and untrue mythology linking the relationship of wealth to intelligence or hard work.Make space for everyone’s voice to be heard.Educate yourself about different forms of discrimination to recognise when comments or behaviour may be harmful or upsetting to others.Familiarise yourself with the University’s Dignity and Respect policy, which provides the framework we expect our students and staff to follow to help create a safe and inclusive culture for everyone in our community. This article was published on 2024-03-06