Teams that value diversity and inclusion are able to increase collaboration and create a better workplace experience for all. In this program, you’ll learn how to cultivate an environment that encourages productive conversations around equity, collaborate while respecting individuality, address workplace issues including bias, and become an ally within your team and organization.
Time to complete: 8 hours
Content includes: Activities, community discussion and learning resources
This program is for leaders at all levels.
Sessions:
Identity, Inclusion, and Equity for High Performing Teams
In this session, we will examine the impact of culture, identity, and intersectionality on group dynamics. Cultural competency, like other professional skills, requires an intentional and disciplined approach to viewing the world from different perspectives. We will cover a variety of diversity and inclusion topics including stereotype threat, microaggressions, implicit bias, and the allyship continuum. You will:
- Learn how to cultivate a team environment that values equity, diversity, and inclusion.
- Discuss cultural competency as an essential part of team building
- Develop courage for productive conversations about identity, inclusion, and equity
What’s a Fair Workplace and How Do We Achieve It
Overcoming Workplace Injustice
Cost:
$1,200; early registration rate $1,000 (before Nov 5)
Group discounts are available. Contact Meredith Courtney to learn more.
Meredith Courtney mcourtney@smith.edu