Cultural and DEI issues
– Describe 3-4 salient features that make this religion distinct from other religions.
– How is spirituality understood in the religion?
– How flexible is the religion to accepting alternative interpretations of scriptures, religious rules, and regulations?
– How strictly do the followers adhere to the rules and guidelines in the scriptures?
Application prompt
– How might your chosen religion respond to the FCC’s approach toward gender inclusion? Given what you know
about gender in your chosen religion, do you think this religion would welcome having a woman leader?
– How might your chosen religion respond to the FCC’s approach toward LGBTQIA inclusion? Do you think your
group would disapprove of the FCC hosting wedding receptions and fundraisers for the LGBTQIA community?
– How has your group experienced discrimination based on religious affiliation? How do you think religious discrimination can be avoided in our society and the workplace?
– How would you recommend other similar organizations be equitable, diverse, and inclusive of everyone in their
community?
