Diversity Bingo! - Call List

(Print) Use this randomly generated list as your call list when playing the game. There is no need to say the BINGO column name. Place some kind of mark (like an X, a checkmark, a dot, tally mark, etc) on each cell as you announce it, to keep track. You can also cut out each item, place them in a bag and pull words from the bag.

1. I make effort to understand my team’s responsibilities/commitments outside of work..
2. I make recruitment decisions based solely on merit..
3. I am an ally or member of a BRG..
4. I understand and can communicate the business case for diversity and inclusion. Y
5. I am aware of my own hidden biases and understand the impact these might be having on my team..
6. I know that comments about one’s appearance may be inappropriate..
7. I am aware that cultural differences might have an impact on communication and working styles..
8. I create and use inclusive ground rules during meetings.
9. I empathise with those who have to conceal aspects of their lives..
10. I use inclusive language when communicating with my team about their families..
11. I take interest in familiarizing myself with BP’s D&I policies..
12. I encourage male colleagues to be champions of women’s development and vice versa..
13. I encourage my team to welcome and help new team members settle in..
14. I give specific feedback on inclusivity as part of performance reviews.
15. I am willing to explore workplace accommodations for those with disabilities..
16. I embrace my responsibilities in creating a safe and harassment-free workplace.
17. I support the career advancement goals of women and men on my team. Y
18. I know the Rules of the Road..
19. I practice positive reframing and encourage others to do the same..
20. I create opportunities for team members to get to know each other beyond their job roles..
21. I practice reverse mentorship..
22. I understand the difference between vulnerability and weakness..
23. I will alternate different time zones when arranging global conference calls..
24. I practice empathy when negotiating cultural differences.
25. I allow failures and mistakes for my team..
26. I am informed on and ready to share mental health resources with my team..
27. I take corrective steps when there are inappropriate remarks/comments in the workplace..
28. I openly admit it if I am wrong..
29. I hold myself accountable in promoting inclusion to my team..
30. I encourage my team to be allies and/or involved with BRGs..
31. I take the time to learn about my team’s cultural backgrounds and practices..
32. I attend inclusion-related trainings..
33. I know the diversity goals and vision of BP and its connection to the overall business objectives..
34. I take opportunities to educate myself on LGBT+ topics..
35. Caregiving/Parenting
36. I know the meaning of intersectionality and understands how it affects minority groups.
37. I actively consult with my team prior to their return from parental leave to discuss work expectations and their needs as a new parent. Y
38. I care about the safety and well-being of my team. Y
39. I understand that having a disability does not define an individual..
40. I intervene if workplace conversations are in a language that not all can understand..
41. I promote an environment where people are comfortable seeking support..
42. I do not presume to know what a person with disability cannot handle without their input..
43. I seek opportunities to experience culturally diverse environments..
44. I’ve taken the Implicit Association Test..
45. I consider myself an advocate for inclusion..
46. I follow my team on social media to support and praise their achievements..
47. I currently sponsor/mentor colleagues from a minority group..
48. I make sure to hear from quieter voices on my team during meetings.
49. I mentor someone who is different from me..
50. I apologise if I made an insensitive/offensive remark..
51. I understand that sexual orientation and gender identity are not the same thing..
52. Hiring of persons with disabilities should not be viewed as an act of charity..
53. I study the outcome of the Pulse Survey to inform me of my areas of development..
54. I delegate tasks so that fair opportunities are given to different team members. Y
55. I regularly check in with my team and ask for their feedback and suggestions.
56. I understand how being inclusive impacts my role and, how my role impacts the success of inclusion initiatives..
57. Action
58. I speak last when chairing a meeting.
59. I seek feedback on whether I am being an inclusive leader. Y
60. Cultural Diversity
61. I deliberately seek opinions from someone who is likely to hold a different view.
62. I use gender neutral language in communications.
63. I ensure that there is diverse representation on my succession plan..
64. I am aware that there are words which are offensive to members of the LGBT+ community..
65. I welcome ideas that are different from mine.
66. I encourage my team to work agile..
67. I ensure my team receives necessary training on cultural fluency..
68. I enjoy learning from my team..
69. I respect the use of an individual’s preferred pronoun..
70. I am not afraid to seek out information on D&I topics which I am unclear about..
71. I run a Yammer/blog page to ensure my entire team receives the same updates..
72. I know workplace hostilities are not always intentional.
73. I correct microaggressions in the workplace when I witness them.
74. When seeking feedback, I do so from a diverse group of stakeholders..
75. I understand the meaning of ‘privileged majority’..
76. I set expectations based on one’s capabilities. Y