Cultivate an inclusive workplace that promotes psychological safety, reduces stigma, and supports the mental wellbeing of all employees.
Overview
Participants will explore the principles of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and their intersection with mental health through self-reflection, discussions, and practical exercises. Participants will gain insights into promoting psychological safety, reducing stigma, and creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the basics of DEI and its importance in the workplace.
- Recognise and address unconscious biases and microaggressions.
- Develop strategies to foster an inclusive workplace culture.
- Learn how to measure and sustain DEI initiatives effectively.
Content Outline
Introduction to DEI and Assessing Your Workplace
- Define Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and differentiate the concepts.
- Explore common myths and misconceptions about DEI.
- Assess the current state of DEI in your workplace.
- Activity: Reflect on personal and organisational DEI practices.
Unconscious Bias, Microaggressions, and Inclusive Practices
- Understand unconscious bias and its impact on workplace interactions.
- Identify microaggressions and their effects on colleagues’ wellbeing.
- Learn strategies to address biases and prevent microaggressions.
- Discover best practices for inclusive communication and decision-making.
- Activity: Case study discussion and role-play exercises
Building and Sustaining an Inclusive Culture
- Understand the key elements of an inclusive workplace culture.
- Explore ways to build diverse teams and promote inclusive decision-making.
- Discover strategies to sustain DEI efforts over time.
- Activity: Action planning
English
Simplified Chinese
Cantonese
English
Simplified Chinese
Cantonese
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