Overview
Elevate Your Understanding, Embrace Diversity!
Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey toward fostering Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) within your sphere?
Join us for a groundbreaking four-part training series designed to empower you with the knowledge, tools, and strategies needed to create inclusive spaces where every voice is valued and heard.
Here's what you can expect from this enriching experience:
**Insightful Discussions**: Engage in thought-provoking conversations led by industry experts, exploring the nuances of diversity, equity, and inclusion in various contexts.
**Practical Workshops**: Gain hands-on experience through interactive workshops, learning how to implement DEIA principles effectively within your organization.
**Actionable Strategies**: Acquire actionable strategies and best practices to address biases, promote belonging, and cultivate a culture of inclusivity.
**Networking Opportunities**: Connect with like-minded individuals passionate about driving positive change, fostering collaborations that extend beyond the training series.
You can sign up for all four trainings at once, or pick and choose individual ones you'd like to attend.
Neuroscience for DEI and Conflict taught by Matthew Anderson
In-person training on June 24th, 2024 from 10:30AM-3:30PM at the Soaring Eagle Hotel, 6800 Soaring Eagle Boulevard, Mt Pleasant, MI, 48858
Join us for a groundbreaking workshop, "The Intersection of Neuroscience, Conflict, and DEI," and revolutionize your approach to leadership! Matthew D. Anderson, MS, MBA will lead a dynamic seminar exploring neuroscience “cheat codes” to influence yourself and others, ways to rapidly build trust, gain an understanding and appreciation for DEI initiatives, and transform conflict into collaboration!
With the opportunity to practice and role play nearly a dozen times, we’ll have the opportunity to build relationships and learn from one another. You’ll leave feeling empowered with tools like the 4 Steps for DEI Success, Square Breathing, and the ABC’s of Conflict Management. We’ll have an honest conversation about the natural psychological processes that shape our unconscious biases, we’ll discover that we’re all surprisingly diverse, and we’ll understand our role in creating psychological safety.
Experience immediate, actionable strategies that will not only enhance your influence but also your mental well-being. Grasp the psychological and sociological processes that can transform relationships, and understand the subtle yet powerful differences between manipulation and motivation. This interactive session will deepen current understandings, and will enlighten you to new perspectives on things you thought you already understood.
Generational Diversity taught by John Ball and Lisa Goyette
In-person training on August 15th, 2024 from 9AM-4PM at the Embassy Suites by Hilton (in the Regency Room), 19525 Victor Parkway, Livonia, MI, 48152
Each of us sees the world differently. That vantage point is dependent upon a wide range of factors, which includes our culture of origination, socio-economic status, race, religion and so much more. Each generation possesses a worldview that is unique and shapes the perspectives that they carry with them. They have the propensity to create division and stress in relationships especially when we do not take the time to really understand one another. To fully accept others, requires that we push through our biases and bridge the divides and unify the relationships that we are a part of.
LGBTQIA+ in the Workplace presented by Equality Michigan
Virtual training on September 26th, 2024 from 10AM-12PM
This comprehensive training session is designed to provide participants with a deeper understanding of the LGBTQ+ community, specifically with terminology, issues, and expectations, as well as practical strategies for fostering inclusivity and support. Through a combination of interactive exercises, discussions, and information presentations, participants will explore 6 key objects:
Getting comfortable with LGBTQ+ language
Understanding LGBTQ+ related hate crimes & their relevance in our work
Allyship Introduction
Understanding Pronouns & Their Importance
Actionability Items on How to Work within the Community
Gaining an Understanding on Different Perspectives
HR Diversity and EO taught by Dr. Tonya Fountain
Virtual training on November 7th, 2024 from 10AM-11:30AM
Supervisors, managers, and employees have a unique challenge when it comes to adhering to practices, policies, and laws designed to govern equal employment opportunities and respect a diverse and welcoming work culture. This course will cover topics that are foundational to understanding issues that derive from not honoring the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. The webinar will also discuss the roles and responsibilities of the employee, supervisor, and manager. Practical insight will be offered to aid in the development and support of a healthy and inclusive environment.
Topics include:
Equal Employment Opportunity (Description and Overview)
Employment Laws
Identification of EOO Issues (Harassment and Discrimination)
The Roles and Responsibilities of the Employee, Supervisor, and Manager
Creating and Maintaining an Inclusive Environment
Objectives: After this 1.5hrs webainr attendees will be able to:
Describe federal and state laws related to EEO and the scope and responsibilities of supervisors and managers for enforcement of these laws
Discuss how to recognize, prevent, and correct unlawful workplace harassment and discrimination
Share effective ways to create and maintain a welcoming and inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and respected
Identify best practices for working in a diverse environment
Meeting Logistics
Date & Time:
June 24 (10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.)
In-person training
Soaring Eagle Hotel, 6800 Soaring Eagle Boulevard, Mt Pleasant, MI, 48858August 15 (9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
In-person training
Embassy Suites by Hilton (in the Regency Room), 19525 Victor Parkway, Livonia, MI, 48152September 26 (10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.)
Virtual trainingNovember 7 (10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.)
Virtual training
Cost
Attend ALL four trainings: $300
Neuroscience for DEI and Conflict: $150
Generational Diversity: $150
LGBTQIA+ in the Workplace: $40
Human Resources and Equal Opportunity: $40
Need help?
Association staff is ready to address any and all questions regarding this training event.
Contact mwassociation@michiganworks.org. Association staff is available Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (excluding holidays) and typically responds to inquiries within two (2) business days.
Upon registration, complete training event details will follow via email.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations must be submitted in writing up to seven (7) business days prior to the training to receive a full refund. Cancellations received less than seven (7) business days prior to the training will be invoiced, and payments will not be refunded. No shows will be billed. Substitutions are welcomed.