Course Outline
Understanding Sensitivity in the Workplace
- Defining sensitivity and respect in professional contexts
- The impact of words, tone, and body language
- Becoming aware of cultural, personal, and social differences
Recognizing and Addressing Unconscious Bias
- How biases develop and influence decision-making
- Examples of microaggressions and unintended offence
- Practical strategies to mitigate bias and promote fairness
Empathy and Emotional Intelligence
- Understanding others' perspectives and emotions
- Practicing active listening and compassionate communication
- Using empathy to build trust and collaboration
Handling Sensitive Situations
- Responding constructively to conflict or offence
- Maintaining professionalism under pressure
- Transforming difficult conversations into learning opportunities
Building an Inclusive Culture
- Encouraging respect, openness, and shared responsibility
- Promoting everyday inclusive behaviours
- The role of leadership in modelling sensitivity
Practical Application and Reflection
- Case-based exercises focusing on sensitive workplace scenarios
- Group reflections and sharing of insights
- Developing a personal action plan to apply sensitivity principles
Summary and Next Steps
- Review of key concepts and practices
- Commitment to ongoing awareness and respect
- Guidelines for fostering long-term inclusivity in the workplace
Requirements
- Experience working within a team or in a customer-facing role
- A willingness to engage in self-reflection and group dialogue
- No previous training in diversity or inclusion is required
Target Audience
- Employees and team leaders looking to foster respect and inclusion at work
- Managers seeking to raise awareness and develop empathy within their teams
- Organisations dedicated to reinforcing a culture of sensitivity and understanding
Testimonials (4)
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The good relationship that was established from the outset with the trainer and the group. The trainer adapted to the team's dynamics and understood our needs perfectly. It was both super helpful and fun.
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