DiversityFIRST™ Training Offerings

Allyship

As businesses take stances in support of social movements, like Black Lives Matter, they effectively position themselves as allies. Allies make the commitment and effort to recognize their privilege and work in solidarity with oppressed groups to enact change in the struggle for justice. This workshop focuses on allyship, a term that identifies the set of practices that are undertaken in order to be an ally. Thoughtful and committed allyship can positively impact organizations in a number of ways, not only creating an environment that invites greater diversity and inclusion and employee engagement but also fostering positive images that can increase brand loyalty and achieve broader corporate social responsibility goals. Given the multitude of ways in which potential marginalization persists, and the varied contexts in which exclusion can take place, we can all practice allyship, and consider the role that improved allyship might play within our organizations as well as in wider society. Upon completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:

• Understand allyship as a general practice while also being able to identify specific forms of allyship in the workplace;
• Articulate the business case for allyship;
• Recognize opportunities for allyship at the levels of individual, interpersonal, and organizational policy and practice;
• Adapt language and communication practices to foster meaningful allyship;
• Critically assess allyship needs and goals to develop an action plan that results in meaningful change.

DEI Certificate

The entire world continues to become more diverse, and that includes employees, customers and clients across the profit, non-profit and government sectors. In today’s climate, all professionals need to understand the basics of diversity, equity and inclusion. DEI is about much more than simple compliance; to succeed in today’s world in any aspect of business or services, enterprises must leverage diversity for strategic advantage and have DEI integrated into all aspects of their operations.

• The basic definitions of diversity, equity and inclusion; including the evolution of the diversity field and theories of diversity.
• A deep dive into the many dimensions of diversity.
• The compelling business case of diversity, equity and inclusion, including how to calculate a financial business case.
• Why and how DEI must be part of any organization’s core strategy.
• An introduction on the various organizational processes that DEI can impact.
• An introduction on how to build DEI into your organizational culture.

DEI Strategy & Planning

The DEI Strategy and Planning for Leaders workshop conjoins the intersections of core concepts and tools from the disciplines of Change/Transformation, Leader Accountability, Measurement/Accountability, and Action Learning from the Applied Behavioral Sciences.

The intended purpose of this experiential workshop is to help DEI practitioners gain a deeper understanding of the various levels of system they must attend to when creating robust and sustainable DEI system wide change.

Participants will gain insights from the latest research and action learning techniques. Some of the core activities will include experiential exercises such as group coaching, case study small group work, and action planning in your own organization as you move forward.

• DEI Change/Transformation Models and Best Practices
• Measurement/Accountability Best Practices and Models
• Key Leader Engagement and Accountability
• Group Coaching + Open Q&A Opportunities
• Small Group Case Study Discussion (for applied learning and insights)
• Action Planning (for future reference in your organization)

Emerging Leaders

The C-suite has never been closer and within reach. Labor statistics indicate within less than a decade the majority of executive leadership positions will be vacant as senior leaders retire or exit the workforce, creating new and exciting leadership opportunities for emerging leaders. The question is, as an emerging leader, will you be prepared for these opportunities when they arise? More importantly, will you have the requisite skills and savvy to successfully make the transition to executive levels of leadership? This certificate is designed to help prepare you, as an emerging leader, for a successful career in leadership positions. This session will prepare you to:

• Understand effective approaches to leading in different organization contexts
• Understand and leverage your leadership design in challenging leadership situations
• Read organizational culture and create an organizational culture that values diversity, equity and inclusion
• Successfully navigate organizational culture and transcend negative, organizational politics
• Identify and develop your leadership values for decision-making and judgment—one of the most critical competencies for executive level leadership

Inclusive Leadership

The demographics of the USA continue to rapidly change, and in two decades we will be a “Majority Minority” country. In addition, the internet economy enables organizations to have employees, suppliers and customers anywhere in the world. As the employee base, management teams, and even executive leadership becomes more diverse, the most successful leaders will need to practice inclusive leadership. Today more than ever, we need business leaders who assert their commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the community. This session will include:

• The business case for inclusive leadership – why is it critical in today’s rapidly changing world.
• he growing areas of diversity that leaders need to understand – gender and gender identity, race, generational, cultural, sexual orientation, people with disabilities, cognitive and more
• A deep look at the characteristics of an inclusive leader.
• How inclusive leaders be allies and mentors to diverse communities.

Leading with Emotional Intelligence (EQ)

Emotional intelligence involves a person’s awareness of his/her/their own emotions. Further, it includes the ability to handle relationships wisely and with empathy. Emotional intelligence is an immense asset for leaders as it allows them to maintain and control their own emotions while calmly addressing the needs of others. This session will discuss how emotional intelligence can enhance trust, respect, performance, and leadership acumen.

• Learn to better leverage your emotional intelligence in order to effectively support your team members.
• Discover your personal emotional intelligence quotient and what it means for you.
• Better understand emotional intelligence elements, such as how it impacts stress management, decision-making, interpersonal relationships, and leadership interactions.
• Gain insights and tools that are immediately applicable in your workplace and in life.