Silence may communicate your condoning the oppressive statement. Challenge your staff and colleagues. Take every opportunity to share your information with them. Listen closely and do not assume. Your attendance will demonstrate your commitment to being an ally.
Role play and practice interventions.
The more experience you have, the more effective you will be when handling a real situation. Develop supportive connections. Create a network for personal support, as well as to provide information about other supportive individuals Educate and challenge. Remember that it is important to challenge people, but not to judge them or write them off when they do not agree with your views.