In recent years equity become a buzz word in corporate, non-profit, and philanthropic spaces. Beyond statements and principles, COVID-19 has birthed an opportunity for institutions and individuals to return to the basics of being in community and being of service. In times of crisis and high stress, humans don’t always respond as our best and most strategic selves. In fact, stress is actually a trigger for bias activating the subconscious mind that cuts corners and jumps to c