Unity in Diversity

What your team will learn

• Recognize stereotypes, unconscious bias and microaggressions, and their impact on people and teams
• Set policies and procedures that prevent and address harassment and discrimination
• Work well across cultures, and resolve conflicts that come from cultural misunderstandings
• Set up inclusive hiring, employee resource groups and ongoing diversity training

1. Weeks1–2

   Understanding diversity and inclusion

   1. Session 1
      Introduction to unity in diversity

      What diversity, equity and inclusion mean at work, and how different backgrounds and perspectives help a team innovate and succeed.

   2. Session 2
      Recognizing unconscious bias

      Common biases and stereotypes that sway decisions, and how to keep recruitment, hiring and promotion fair.

2. Weeks3–4

   Inclusive leadership

   1. Session 3
      Inclusive leadership skills

      Leading with empathy and compassion, and helping every team member feel they belong and are accepted.

   2. Session 4
      Addressing microaggressions and harassment

      Recognizing microaggressions and their impact, and setting policies and procedures to prevent and address harassment and discrimination.

3. Weeks5–6

   Cross-cultural competence

   1. Session 5
      Cultural awareness and sensitivity

      Different cultural norms, values and communication styles, and the skills to work well with people from many backgrounds.

   2. Session 6
      Managing diversity conflicts

      Resolving conflicts that come from cultural differences or misunderstandings, and helping a diverse team collaborate.

4. Weeks7–8

   Inclusive practices and policies

   1. Session 7
      Putting inclusive practices in place

      Attracting and keeping diverse talent, and making sure people with disabilities have access and accommodation.

   2. Session 8
      Diversity and inclusion initiatives

      Setting up and supporting employee resource groups, and offering ongoing diversity, equity and inclusion training for all staff.

5. Week9

   Sustaining unity in diversity

   1. Session 9
      An action plan for diversity and inclusion

      Choosing concrete steps for your team or organization, and building a habit of learning and improving over time.

How the sessions work

• Case studies and role-playsWork through real scenarios and role-play how to apply what you've learned in different settings.
• Self-reflectionExercises that ask each person to reflect on their own views and habits.
• Discussion forumAn online forum where your team shares experiences, asks questions and works with peers.
• Feedback and coachingIndividual feedback and coaching from the trainer to help the ideas stick.

Who it's for

• Employers working to prevent harassment and discrimination at work
• HR teams setting up inclusive hiring or employee resource groups
• Managers of teams that bring together people from many cultures