Designing and Facilitating Diversity Training

Name: Designing and Facilitating Diversity Training
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Key Facilitation Skills for Coaches, Trainers, and Practitioners

Created byMark Williams

Last updated 11/2024

English

What you'll learn

Understand the foundational concepts of diversity and inclusion training.
Identify and evaluate both the enablers and barriers within your organization that impact the effectiveness of DEl training programs.
Design DEI training that aligns with your organization's strategic goals and addresses the specific needs of your audience.
Manage diverse group dynamics effectively, enhance emotional intelligence, and navigate challenging situations during DEl training sessions.
Design and facilitate DEI workshops based on real-world scenarios provided in the course, enhancing your practical skills in a controlled environment.
Learn strategies to maintain and build upon the momentum of DEl initiatives post-training to ensure long-term impact and sustainability.
Reflect on the knowledge gained, understand the next steps, and prepare to implement DEI training effectively in your own or client

Course content

7 sections • 43 lectures • 2h 10m total length

Meet Your Instructor3:00
Learning Objectives2:26

Assessing the Organization Enablers to Your Diversity and Inclusion Training5:32
Assessment - Organizational Enablers0:14
Assessing the Organization Barriers to Your Diversity and Inclusion Training3:52
Assessment - Organizational Barriers0:06
Assessing System-Level Factors for Effective DEI Workshop Design4:55
Assessment - DEI System-Level Practices0:18
Navigating Informal Organizational Norms4:11
Evaluating Internal Support for Your Training Initiative1:11
Assessment - Support Evaluation0:10
Shaping DEI Training with Data and Sensitivity4:32
Assessment - Leveraging Internal Data0:15
Conclusion Assessing Organization Enablers to DEI Training - Conclusion2:09

Designing and Facilitating Diversity Training: What You'll Learn2:44
Assess your organization's dei landscape to identify enablers and barriers, leverage internal data and hr practices to design dei workshops using the seven s model and facilitation to drive change.
Designing Training with Organizational Strategy: First Three S's3:23
Facilitating Training for Individual and Organizational Growth: Last Four S's3:08
Learning the ABCs of DEI Workshops: A Comprehensive Guide5:34
Building on Existing Training: Leveraging and Amplifying Organizational Training2:22
Worksheet - Building on Existing Training0:19
Tailoring Learning Styles for Your Organization's DEI Initiatives2:29
Identifying Learning Styles
Optimizing Learning Aids for Effective DEI Training5:27
Designing Diversity Training: Conclusion1:45

The Facilitator's Role in DEI Training6:06
Enhancing Emotional Intelligence for Effective DEI Facilitation6:11
How to Navigate Challenging Classroom Situations7:43
Avoiding Facilitator Pitfalls5:24
Framework for Group Dynamics in DEI Training5:53
How Learners Show Up: What Learners Bring to DEI Experiences5:16
Managing Behaviors in DEI Workshops5:01
Learn practical strategies to manage disruptors, withdrawn participants, oversharers, skeptics, emotionally triggered, and silent observers in DEI workshops, using inclusive techniques, ground rules, and private check-ins.
Facilitator Collaboration: Maximizing Workshop Impact for DEI3:09
Facilitating and Managing Group Dynamics: Conclusion1:56

Introduction: Global Entertainment and Sports Inc.2:33
Lean About Global Entertainment and Sports Inc.2:22
Scenario 1: Responding to Legislation Conflict1:03
Scenario 2: Navigating Unexpected National Events in DEI Initiatives1:17
Scenario 3: Bridging Divides in a Polarized Environment1:01
Scenario 4: Bridging Divides with Dialogue1:04
Scenario 5: Navigating External Pressures with the Leadership Team1:20
Tips and Considerations for Designing a One-Hour DEI Workshop3:34
Designing a One-Hour DEI Workshop: Conclusion1:56

Requirements

Basic DEI Knowledge: Entrants should have a foundational grasp of diversity, equity, and inclusion principles to facilitate deeper exploration of these topics.
DEI or Facilitation Experience: Ideal for those with experience in facilitation, coaching, program administration who are looking to deepen their impact.
Workshop Participation: Previous participation in workshops is beneficial for understanding diverse educational settings and learning dynamics.
Adult Learning Design Skills: Experience in designing learning experiences for adults.
Openness and Reflectivity: A commitment to self-exploration, bias examination, and engagement in reflective practices enhances the learning journey.
Technical Requirements: Reliable internet access and suitable technology (computer or tablet) are essential for full course participation.

Description

This course equips professionals with essential skills to design, facilitate, and sustain impactful training programs. Participants will learn to assess organizational enablers and barriers to DEI initiatives, design tailored workshops that align with organizational strategies, and manage group dynamics to foster productive learning environments. Through a comprehensive curriculum that includes case studies, real-world scenarios, and practical exercises, learners will gain expertise in adapting training to various learning styles and leveraging data to maximize DEI outcomes.

The course begins with foundational knowledge, focusing on assessing organizational readiness and identifying critical factors that influence DEI training success. Moving into the design phase, learners explore best practices for creating DEI workshops that drive both individual and organizational growth, supported by worksheets and activities. The facilitation section hones participants' skills in managing challenging group dynamics and responding to sensitive issues with emotional intelligence.

In the practice section, participants engage with detailed case studies, tackling scenarios related to legislation, social tensions, and leadership challenges, helping them to apply their skills in realistic contexts. The course concludes by addressing the importance of post-training sustainability and strategies to maintain DEI momentum within organizations.

This course is ideal for DEI facilitators, HR professionals, and organizational leaders who want to make a meaningful impact in promoting diversity and fostering inclusion in their organizations.

Who this course is for:

This course is tailored for individuals who facilitate in the DEI space however the principles in this course apply to anyone wanting to improve their facilitation, coaching, or program development skills. Ideal participants include HR professionals, team leaders, organizational development specialists, DEI practitioners, coaches and anyone interested in deepening their understanding of DEI design and facilitation.

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Introduction2 lectures • 5min

Assessing Organization Enablers and Barriers to DEI Training12 lectures • 27min

Designing Diversity Training9 lectures • 27min

Facilitating and Managing Group Dynamics in Training Programs9 lectures • 47min

Designing Diversity Workshops: Practice and Application9 lectures • 16min

Sustainability and What to do After a Training1 lecture • 4min

Summary and Conclusion1 lecture • 4min

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