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Course Overview
In today’s diverse world, fostering an inclusive mindset is essential for personal and professional growth. This course explores the nature of unconscious bias, how it affects decision-making, and practical strategies to mitigate its impact. Participants will develop self-awareness, challenge ingrained biases, and cultivate inclusive behaviours that create equitable environments in workplaces and communities.
Course Aim
The aim of this course is to equip participants with the knowledge and skills to recognize and manage unconscious bias, fostering an inclusive mindset that supports diversity, equity, and belonging in various settings.
Programme Structure
This course is structured into four key modules:
Understanding Unconscious Bias
- Definition and types of biases
- How biases develop and influence behaviour
- The impact of bias in decision-making and interactions
Building an Inclusive Mindset
- The importance of inclusion and psychological safety
- Identifying barriers to inclusivity
- Developing empathy and perspective-taking skills
Challenging and Mitigating Bias
- Strategies to disrupt bias in daily life
- Tools for inclusive decision-making
- Creating accountability for bias reduction
Embedding Inclusivity in Practice
- Inclusive leadership and allyship
- Bias-free communication and behaviour
- Action planning for long-term change
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Define unconscious bias and explain its psychological basis.
- Recognize personal and systemic biases that impact thinking and decision-making.
- Develop self-awareness and apply strategies to mitigate bias in professional and personal settings.
- Foster an inclusive mindset that encourages diverse perspectives and equitable interactions.
- Implement practical techniques to challenge bias and promote inclusivity in organizations and communities
Who Should Attend:
This course is relevant and applicable to everyone interested in learning more about the impact of unconscious bias on interpersonal relationships, decision making and behaviours.
Trainer Profile
Aoife Lenox
Aoife Lenox is a seasoned coach, consultant, and facilitator with over 25 years of experience across diverse industries and organizations of all sizes. As the founder of Inside Strategies Coaching and Consultancy Ltd., she partners with businesses to enhance their employee experience through strategic coaching and people development.
Passionate about personal and professional growth, Aoife is an experienced speaker and trainer, delivering impactful sessions on leadership, workplace dynamics, and career development. She is dedicated to helping individuals and organizations unlock their full potential through tailored strategies that drive engagement, productivity, and success.