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In this editorial, we provide commentary on the state of diversity and equity in the practice of behavior analysis. We describe themes from this special issue and call upon members of the field of applied behavior analysis to live a values-driven life that involves the systematic and data-driven practice of diversity and equity each and every day.
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Zarcone, J., Brodhead, M. & Tarbox, J. Beyond a Call to Action: An Introduction to the Special Issue on Diversity and Equity in the Practice of Behavior Analysis. Behav Analysis Practice 12, 741–742 (2019). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-019-00390-1
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