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CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md

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 # Code of Conduct
 
+[Contributor Covenant Code of Conduct](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UzEbyDDpEw3rxEIKbtuO8pZ-22eLUrgJjJlxUYRtsAo/edit#heading=h.2y6xmunp3eb2)
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+
 This repository and affiliated channels uses the [SustainOSS Code of Conduct](https://sustainoss.org/code-of-conduct/).

_toc.yml

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 format: jb-book
 root: about
-chapters:
-- file: landscape
-- file: CONTRIBUTING
-- file: CODE_OF_CONDUCT
+parts:
+  - caption: Introduction to DEI
+    chapters:
+    - file: introduction
+    - file: dei_general
+    - file: vectors_dei
+    - file: demograhics
+    - file: landscape
+  - caption: Making the change
+    chapters:
+    - file: inclusive_culture
+    - file: projects_highlight
+    - file: finances_oss
+    - file: decolonization
+    - file: dei_implementation
+    - file: recruitment_hr
+    - file: glossary
+  - caption: Contribute and Code of Conduct
+    chapters:
+    - file: CONTRIBUTING
+    - file: CODE_OF_CONDUCT

decolonization.md

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+# Decolonialization in OSS
+
+## What this means
+Decolonization in the OSS refers to efforts to address and rectify colonialist, structures, and practices within the development and governance of open-source software projects. It involves recognizing and challenging the ways in which colonial legacies may manifest in technology communities, such as unequal power dynamics, exclusionary practices, and cultural biases.
+
+## How it can be practiced
+
+Decolonization begins with acknowledging the historical and ongoing impacts of colonialism on societies worldwide. This involves a deep understanding of how colonialism has shaped knowledge production, language, and cultural norms, and how these influences persist within modern technology communities. The recognition of these dynamics is essential for initiating meaningful decolonial efforts within the open-source sphere.
+
+Efforts in the open-source community are directed towards actively seeking and amplifying the voices of historically marginalized or excluded individuals and communities. This inclusive approach encompasses groups such as Indigenous peoples, Black communities, Latinx populations, LGBTQ+ individuals, and others who have been underrepresented in technology spaces. By prioritizing their participation, open source strives to dismantle barriers to entry and foster a more diverse and inclusive ecosystem.
+
+Promoting cultural sensitivity and inclusivity is central to the decolonization of open-source communities, and it involves honoring diverse cultural practices, languages, and knowledge systems, and cultivating spaces where individuals from different cultural backgrounds feel respected and valued. By fostering an environment of mutual respect and understanding, open source can foster collaboration and innovation across diverse communities.
+
+## Helping to Raise Awareness
+Raising awareness and providing education are integral components of decolonization efforts within the open-source community. This involves offering resources, training, and workshops on topics such as cultural competency, anti-racism, and decolonial theory. By fostering a deeper understanding of decolonial practices and perspectives, open source can empower community members to actively engage in dismantling colonial legacies and building a more equitable future.

dei_general.md

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+# DEI in General: What is it?
+
+## What is Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
+**Diversity** talks about who is represented in our communities through the lenses of race, ethnicity, ability, gender, sexual orientation, neurodiversity, and beyond
+
+**Equity** talks about addressing systemic barriers and biases in open source to ensure fair treatment and equal opportunities for all community members to contribute, thrive, and advance.
+
+**Inclusion** talks about cultivating an environment where all community members feel welcome, valued, and respected. It involves fostering a sense of belonging and ensuring that diverse perspectives are heard, valued, and incorporated into decision-making processes.
+
+## Why DEI 
+Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) are all about creating a welcoming and supportive environment for everyone. It means recognising and appreciating different backgrounds and perspectives, ensuring everyone has a fair shot at contributing, and fostering a sense of belonging.This is especially important for open-source software projects, which thrive on collaboration, openness, and community involvement. By embracing DEI principles, open-source projects can ensure people from all walks of life feel welcome and empowered to contribute their best work. 
+
+DEI in open-source projects offers several advantages to projects and communities by fostering innovation, ensuring representation, broadening the user base, facilitatingcommunity growth, reducing bias and discrimination, and having a global impact. According to [GitHub's 2017 survey](https://opensourcesurvey.org/2017/), open-source projects with more diverse contributor teams are more likely to be successful.
+
+A research report by the [World Economic Forum](https://www.accenture.com/_acnmedia/Thought-Leadership-Assets/PDF-2/Accenture-Getting-To-Equal-2020-Research-Report.pdf)  highlights that proactively embracing DEI practices unlocks the full potential of an organization, drives innovation, and maintains a competitive advantage in today's global marketplace.Another study like the DIAL initiative [(Digital Impact Alliance)](https://dial.global/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/GenderOSS_v10_PDF.pdf)  emphasize how empowering and encouraging more women to participate in open source women drives healthy, inclusive engagement. 
+
+The Linux Foundation’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Open Source study aims to identify the state of DEI in open source communities, the challenges and opportunities within them, and draw conclusions around creating improvements in much-needed areas. 
+
+Key findings from the study include: 
+1. Eighty-two percent of respondents feel welcome in open source, but different groups had different perspectives overall.
+2. Increasing open source diversity reflects growing global adoption, but there is still much room to improve.
+3. Time is a top determinant for open source participation
+4. Exclusionary behaviors can have a cascading effect on contributors’ experience and retention.
+5. People’s backgrounds can impact equitable access to open source participation early in their careers, compounding representation in leadership later on.
+More information [here](https://www.linuxfoundation.org/research/the-2021-linux-foundation-report-on-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-in-open-source
+):
+
+## How 
+By placing DEI principles at the forefront, you can cultivate a dynamic community that celebrates diversity, fosters equitable opportunities, and ensures that every member is heard and can actively contribute to the collective success of the community.
+Here are some actionable strategies and considerations to assist communities in embracing and integrating DEI principles:
+Clearly define DEI values to establish a shared understanding and commitment.
+Actively promote diverse representation across all aspects of the community, including leadership roles, events, and decision-making processes.
+Develop clear guidelines, such as a Code of Conduct (CoC), to foster a safe and respectful environment for all members.
+Provide training and educational opportunities to increase awareness and understanding of DEI issues and best practices.
+Celebrate diversity through events, recognition programs, and initiatives that highlight the contributions of individuals from various backgrounds.
+Utilize inclusive language in communications and interactions to ensure that all members feel valued and included.
+
+## What research shows that DEI improves innovation, longevity, and _sustainability_ for projects?
+(WIP)

dei_implementation.md

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+# How to Implement DEI Efforts
+(WIP)
+
+Setting DEI Goals and Objectives: 
+- Setting SMART DEI Goals:
+Turning Goals into Action   
+- Creating a DEI Action Plan for Your Project or Community: 
+- Cultivate a welcoming environment:
+- Reusable resources: adopting CoCs, communities supporting implementation etc.(Laura)
+- Promote Diversity in Leadership:
+Assessment and Benchmarking

demograhics.md

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+(WIP)

finances_oss.md

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+# Finances for OSS
+(WIP)
+- How funding work in a project relates to DEI

glossary.md

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+# DEI Glossary
+(WIP)
+- Belonging
+- Intersectionality
+- Bias
+- Ableism: 
+- Accessibility 
+- Accomplice 
+- Ally: 
+- Cisgender 
+- Cultural Competence 
+- Culture 
+- DIB 
+- DEIA:  
+- Disability: 
+- Discrimination: 
+- Ethnicity
+- Gender Equity
+- Marginalization 
+- Neurodiversity: 
+- Oppression
+- Privilege:
+- Race
+- Stereotype
+- Sexual Orientation

inclusive_culture.md

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+# Creating an Inclusive Culture
+(WIP)
+- Unconscious bias training 
+- Inclusive Language & communication 
+- Cultural competency
+- Cultural differences in what DEI means and how it matters

introduction.md

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+# Introduction 
+
+Open source is all about collaboration. It's about sharing ideas, building amazing things, and making software accessible to everyone. But a truly thriving open source community is one that's inclusive and welcoming.
+
+This handbook is your guide to implementing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in your open source project or community.
+
+## Target Audience
+This DEI handbook is designed for everyone involved in open-source communities:
+- Newcomers: We provide a gentle introduction to DEI concepts and best practices specifically tailored to the open source context.
+- Community leads: We offer guidance on how to champion DEI initiatives within your projects and communities.
+- Open Source Event organisers:
+
+If you do find a piece of jargon or terminology with which you aren’t familiar, please see the detailed Glossary and FAQs (frequently asked questions) which can be found at the end of the handbook. The authors intend to broaden the scope of this content as time permits. You are welcome to participate and help us with that effort.
+
+## Credits and Copyright
+Contributing authors:
+- Anita Ihuman 
+- Glaucia Esppenchutz
+- Jona Azizaj
+- Anna Ayoung-Stoute
+- Richard Littauer
+
+## Existing sources directly used
+ 
+## Other sources

projects_highlight.md

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+# What are some good examples of DEI in OSS: Projects we could highlight etc?
+(WIP)

recruitment_hr.md

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+# Recruitment  & HR Practices??
+(WIP)
+
+- Diverse Candidate sourcing
+- Anti-discrimination policies 

vectors_dei.md

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+# Vectors of DEI that matter
+
+## Scale
+- Smaller OSS projects
+- Foundations
+- Industrial OSS
+
+## Diversity in range of roles
+Diversity in the range of roles refers to having a wide variety of positions, responsibilities, and opportunities available to individuals within a community. This diversity ensures that people with different backgrounds, skills, and perspectives can contribute meaningfully and excel in various capacities. It's about recognizing that diversity extends beyond just demographic factors like race, gender, or ethnicity, but also encompasses differences in experiences, expertise, and talents. Embracing diversity in roles promotes innovation, creativity, and resilience by tapping into the full spectrum of human potential, fostering inclusivity and equity by providing equal opportunities for individuals to explore and pursue roles that align with their interests, abilities, and aspirations.
+
+## Diversity in governance
+Diversity in governance refers to the presence of individuals from various backgrounds, perspectives, and identities within the decision-making bodies of organizations, institutions, or governments.
+This may involve implementing policies and practices to recruit, retain, and promote individuals from underrepresented groups, fostering inclusive organizational cultures, providing training on diversity and unconscious bias, and actively seeking out diverse perspectives in decision-making processes.
+
+## Gender
+Gender matters in DEI because it is essential for representation, equity, fairness, intersectionality, organizational performance, and social responsibility. By prioritizing gender diversity and inclusion, DEI initiatives can create environments where all individuals have the opportunity to thrive and contribute to their fullest potential.
+- [Gender, diversity and inclusion in open source communities | GenderIT.org](https://genderit.org/feminist-talk/gender-diversity-and-inclusion-open-source-communities)
+- [Gender and Participation in Open Source Software Development | Proceedings of the ACM on Human-Computer Interaction](https://dl.acm.org/doi/abs/10.1145/3555190)
+- [Women’s Participation in Open Source Software: A Survey of the Literature](https://par.nsf.gov/biblio/10325228-womens-participation-open-source-software-survey-literature)
+
+## (Human) Language
+Utilize language that is respectful and neutral, fostering a sense of belonging for all members and avoiding unintentional bias or discrimination. Avoid terms that may marginalize or exclude individuals based on gender, religion, or other characteristics.
+
+## Culture
+Culture matters in DEI because it shapes behaviors, reflects organizational values, attracts and retains talent, fosters innovation, mitigates bias, and contributes to social responsibility and reputation. Building a culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion is essential for creating a positive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
+
+## Accessibility
+Accessibility is crucial because it ensures that everyone can fully participate in various aspects of life. Whether accessing physical spaces, digital content, or information, accessibility promotes inclusivity and equal opportunities for all individuals. By making environments, products, and services accessible, we create a more inclusive society where everyone can contribute and thrive. Accessibility involves recognizing the diverse needs of people and respecting their right to access information and participate equally in society.
+
+## Geographical coverage
+Geographical coverage refers to the extent or reach of a community across different geographic areas. It ensures that the community reaches a wide and diverse audience, regardless of their location, and addresses the needs of community members across various geographic regions. It's essential for ensuring equitable access to resources and opportunities, promoting inclusivity, and addressing the unique challenges and characteristics of different geographic areas. By considering geographical coverage, organizations can tailor their strategies to support individuals and local communities across different parts of the world.
+
+## Neurodiversity
+DEI for the neurodiversity movement advocates for acceptance, inclusion, and accommodation of individuals with neurodiverse conditions. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing and respecting the strengths and abilities of neurodiverse individuals, as well as addressing the barriers they may face in education, employment, and social interactions.