🌍 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
Overview:
In today’s dynamic and global workplace, fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion is essential for innovation, productivity, and organizational harmony. This course helps HR professionals, managers, and team leaders build inclusive workplaces where everyone thrives—regardless of race, gender, ability, background, or identity.
🔍 Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
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Define and differentiate between diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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Identify and challenge unconscious bias in the workplace.
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Build inclusive hiring, promotion, and workplace practices.
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Develop a DEI strategy aligned with company culture and goals.
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Use data and metrics to assess and improve DEI efforts.
📚 Course Modules and Topics
Module 1: Introduction to DEI
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What is Diversity, Equity & Inclusion?
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The business case for DEI
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Dimensions of diversity (race, gender, age, ability, etc.)
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Myths and misconceptions around DEI
Module 2: Unconscious Bias and Its Impact
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Understanding unconscious bias
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Common types of bias in the workplace
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Strategies for mitigating bias
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Bias in hiring, promotions, and decision-making
Module 3: Building Inclusive Workplace Practices
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Inclusive communication and language
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Creating psychologically safe environments
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Inclusive leadership styles
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Accommodations and accessibility
Module 4: Developing a DEI Strategy
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Assessing current DEI culture
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Setting goals and creating a DEI roadmap
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Roles and responsibilities for DEI leadership
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Embedding DEI into HR policies and practices
Module 5: Inclusive Recruitment and Retention
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Inclusive job ads and outreach
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Interviewing with equity in mind
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Supporting employee resource groups (ERGs)
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Retention strategies for underrepresented groups
Module 6: Measuring DEI and Driving Change
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Key DEI metrics and how to track them
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Creating DEI dashboards
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Continuous improvement and reporting
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Case studies of successful DEI initiatives
🛠️ Learning Activities
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Personal bias self-assessment quiz
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Inclusive language practice
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DEI audit checklist
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Scenario-based challenges (real-life DEI dilemmas)
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DEI strategy creation assignment
📁 Course Features
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Expert-led video lessons
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Real-world case studies and toolkits
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DEI policy and survey templates
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Certificate of Completion
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Access for 12 months with updates