Diversity and Inclusion Training Course Outline
Module One: Understanding Diversity
- What is Diversity?
- Related Terms and Concepts
- A Brief History
- A Legal Overview
- EEO/AA
Module Two: Understanding Stereotypes
- Stereotypes vs. Biases
- Identifying Your Baggage
- Understanding What This Means
Module Three: Breaking Down the Barriers
- Changing Your Personal Approach
- Encouraging Workplace Changes
- Encouraging Social Changes
Module Four: Verbal Communication Skills
- Listening and Hearing: They Aren’t the Same Thing
- Asking Questions
- Communicating with Power
Module Five: Non-Verbal Communication Skills
- Body Language
- The Signals You Send to Others
- It’s Not What You Say; It’s How You Say It
Module Six: Being Proactive
- Encouraging Diversity in the Workplace
- Preventing Discrimination
- Ways to Discourage Discrimination
Module Seven: Coping with Discrimination
- Identifying if You Have Been
Discriminated Against - Methods of Reprisal
- Choosing a Course of Action
Module Eight: Dealing with Diversity Complaints as a Person
- What To Do If You’re Involved In A Complaint
- Understanding Your Role
- Creating a Support System
Module Nine: Dealing with Diversity Complaints as a Manager
- Recording the Complaint
- Identifying Appropriate Actions
- Choosing a Path
Module Ten: Dealing with Diversity Complaints as an Organization
- Receiving a Complaint
- Choosing a Response
- Learning from the Complaint