TD1153

Note: This workshop is capped at 30 participants

Total Workshop Time: 2 hours

Pre-requisites: None

Description:

If you stepped onto an elevator and encountered a woman in scrubs, would you assume she was a nurse? What if it were a man in scrubs? A doctor?

Unconscious bias is a term that describes the associations we hold outside our conscious awareness and control. We all have it. In this workshop, we will explore ways to identify and counter it to work toward a more inclusive environment.

Participants will:

• Understand what fosters an inclusive environment
• Learn why acknowledging difference is necessary
• Understand how to counter bias in words and actions
• Accept being uncomfortable when first interacting with others across differences

Type of Information: Receiving data and practice
Level of Interaction: Breakout Session Sharing
Extent of Practice: Scenarios and activities

Facilitated by: Ren Oliver, Professional Development Specialist, Talent Development