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Building Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Create a welcoming workplace through diversity, equity, and inclusion.Preview the first lesson free — get full access to all 10 lessons.
Essential Provider : KnowledgeCity 3 chapters · 10 Lessons · 27m in English, Spanish
Course Description
In today’s diverse work environment, understanding and embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) will help you build a respectful and supportive workplace. In this Building Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion course, you’ll learn how to identify different dimensions of diversity, encourage inclusive behaviors, and align DE&I initiatives with your organization’s values to create a positive work culture.
We’ll cover essential DE&I concepts, including recognizing dimensions of diversity like race, gender, age, and ability. You’ll learn the differences between equality and equity and how they impact fairness at work. You’ll explore global trends shaping DE&I and gain practical strategies to promote allyship and inclusive language in your daily interactions. You’ll also learn how to address biases and build an environment where everyone feels included and valued. By the end of this course, you’ll have the tools, knowledge, and confidence to actively create a workplace that values diversity, applies equity, and supports inclusion at every level.
What You'll Learn
- Define key concepts of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I)
- Recognize dimensions of diversity in the workplace such as race, gender, age, and ability
- Distinguish between equality and equity and how they impact fairness at work
- Apply inclusive behaviors and promote allyship in daily interactions
- Align DE&I initiatives with your organization's values and goals
- Develop an inclusive culture through equitable practices and inclusive language
Key Takeaways
- Embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion helps build a respectful and supportive workplace.
- Diversity has multiple dimensions, including race, gender, age, and ability.
- Equality and equity differ, and understanding that difference affects fairness at work.
- Allyship, inclusive behaviors, and inclusive language help everyone feel included and valued.
- Aligning DE&I initiatives with organizational values supports a positive work culture at every level.
Frequently Asked Questions
What will I learn in this course?
You'll learn to identify different dimensions of diversity, encourage inclusive behaviors, distinguish equality from equity, promote allyship and inclusive language, address biases, and align DE&I initiatives with your organization's values.
What topics does the course cover?
It covers defining diversity, equity, and inclusion; aligning DE&I initiatives with organizational values; global trends in diversity and inclusion; dimensions of diversity; equality vs. equity; allyship and inclusive behaviors; embracing diversity at work; and the importance of language.
What skills will I gain?
The course develops cultural sensitivity along with diversity and inclusion skills.
What will I be able to do by the end of the course?
By the end, you'll have the tools, knowledge, and confidence to actively create a workplace that values diversity, applies equity, and supports inclusion at every level.
