Ask a person you just met about a hobby or passion that they have. Ask open ended questions, leaving out your opinions.

Ask a neighbor or friend if there is anything you can do for them the next time they go out of town.

Ask a higher level mentor or your supervisor if you could sit in on a strategic planning meeting.

Ask a fellow committee member to hold you accountable for using respectful personal viewpoints during your next two meetings.

Ask a colleague who has been involved in a DEI initiative to recommend classes and events to attend.

Ask a colleague who has been involved in a DEI initiative if they would be willing to mentor you in the field of DEI, including recommending and inviting you to related events.

Ask a colleague to proofread a communication pertaining to a change in your office.

As a volunteer leader of a non-profit, ensure that opportunities and funding are available for staff to attend conferences or classes.

Articulate the need for a particular change to your group. Jot notes and practice your message beforehand with a colleague to fine tune.

Arrange to make presentations sharing your expertise and an initiative or project from your unit to other U-M stakeholders, other universities, and community and professional organizations.