Course Description
The following is the course description for the Diversity and Inclusion Course:
Experiencing diversity is a part of living in a civilized society. Differences do not equal a right way or a wrong way; it is variety that can lead to a common goal. Understanding the various forms of diversity makes for a better company and world in general.
At the end of this workshop, participants should be able to:
Define diversity
Understand various forms of diversity
Comprehend the importance of diversity training
Handle conflicts with regard to diversity
Agenda
Course Core Competencies:
Module 1: Understanding Diversity
Topic A: What is Diversity?
Topic B: Benefits of Diversity
Topic C: Managing Diversity
Topic D: Zero-Tolerance Policy
Module 2: Racial Diversity
Topic A: Employer Responsibility
Topic B: Benefits of Racial Diversity
Topic C: Diversity Initiatives
Topic D: Complaint Process
Module 3: Employees with Disabilities
Topic A: Hiring
Topic B: Accessibility in the Workplace
Topic C: Benefits
Topic D: Human Resources and Best Practices
Module 4: Pregnant Employees
Topic A: Hiring
Topic B: Accommodations
Topic C: Maternity Leave
Topic D: Firing
Module 5: Lactating Mothers
Topic A: Lactation Accommodation Policy
Topic B: Space in the Workplace
Topic C: Break Time
Topic D: Lactation Accommodation Exemptions
Module 6: Sexual Harassment
Topic A: What is it?
Topic B: Training
Topic C: Policies
Topic D: HR’s Role
Module 7: Employees Over Age 40
Topic A: Recruitment
Topic B: Hiring
Topic C: Salaries
Topic D: Layoffs
Module 8: LGBTQ
Topic A: Phobia’s
Topic B: Human Rights Campaign
Topic C: Company’s Mission Equality Statement
Topic D: LGBTQ Resource Groups
Module 9: Sensitivity Training
Topic A: Benefits
Topic B: Training Content
Topic C: Method(s) of Delivery
Topic D: Assess Effectiveness
Module 10: Handling Diversity Complaints
Topic A: Create a Step-by-Step Process
Topic B: Publish the Process
Topic C: Train Employees
Topic D: Retaliation