Course Description
“Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak; courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen.” Winston Churchill
Engaging in discussions around racial inequality can be difficult, but this is exactly why they need to happen. Consider how instances like George Floyd’s death have sparked a need for these dialogues, inspiring the calling for an understanding of why these actions are taking place and how to address them in the workplace. This multi-session virtual course brings a wide range of injustices into focus, including but not limited to those pertaining to race, exploring their implications on the workplace and the steps for taking action toward justice.
This course is founded on the idea that inaction promotes inaction, while action inspires change. Therefore, this course is designed to encourage and engage participants in a thoughtful, compassionate exploration of the realities of race, racism and general injustice. This course addresses the fact that listening without an agenda other than to understand is at the heart of compassion and inclusion. Furthermore, it takes courage to stand up and speak out on what matters. Genuinely listening and embracing the courage to speak can be the difference between being another cog in the wheel or paving the way for a brighter, better tomorrow.
While exploring the influence injustice has on the culture and climate of the workplace, this course encourages participants to take a deep-dive into the importance of self-awareness when it comes to listening for the purpose of understanding and speaking with compassion and intent.
Key takeaways from this course include:
- Confidently and empathetically facilitate discussions around highly sensitive topics, in a way that adds value, is actionable, and moves the conversation forward.
- Explore and increase your awareness of the basic psychological principles and phenomenon behind sensitive topics.
- Increase your self-awareness and readiness for having courageous conversations.
- Practice powerful and proven facilitation techniques and exercises for engaging in difficult conversations.
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