Becoming a DEI Ally and Agent for Change


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Overview/Description

To understand and appreciate diversity in the workplace, we must develop an understanding of ourselves and the diverse ways in which we view the world. Working in a diverse and inclusive workforce has many personal and professional benefits ranging from improved wellness and personal health to engagement and community and innovation and creativity. Equally important is the ability to leverage each of our unique talents, skills, and contributions. In this course, you'll explore strategies to help you become an advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion within the workplace. You’ll learn to build awareness of your values and social perspective and recognize specific actions that can improve social and cultural aspects of DEI. You’ll also learn about key concepts of allyship, methods to be a more inclusive communicator, and how to use the RISE model to become a DEI ally.



Expected Duration (hours)
0.6

Lesson Objectives

Becoming a DEI Ally and Agent for Change

  • discover the key concepts covered in this course
  • identify actions that build awareness of your values and social perspective
  • recognize key concepts about allyship
  • recognize specific actions for becoming a DEI change agent
  • Knowledge Check: Reviewing Your Understanding of Supporting DEI
  • recognize methods to be a more inclusive communicator
  • recognize how to use the RISE steps to demonstrate inclusion
  • Knowledge Check: Reviewing Your Inclusion Skills
  • reflect on what you've learned
  • Course Number:
    bs_apd39_a05_enus

    Expertise Level
    Everyone