Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging Workshops

WORKSHOP Offerings

(click each heading to learn more or register)

IDI Company Assessment

For Company Development

The IDI (Intercultural Development Inventory) is a widely used and effective cross-culturally valid assessment for building cultural competence. Using the IDI can help staff establish shared language within their company to be able to work towards common goals and intercultural competency.

The ABCs of DEIB

For DEIB Basics

From Awareness to Zero-Tolerance Policies and everything else inbetween. This training is a crash course for those who are new on their DEIB journey (or could use a refresher).

Developing an AMO

Becoming an Anti-Racist Organization

Explore how Upper-Level management can implement a top-down approach to go from a monocultural organization to an anti-racist multicultural organization. Develop a plan that incorporates commitment, education, investment, action and sustainability.

Creating a Belonging Space

Design a Model for Belonging

Think of a time where you felt like you belonged. Now, think of a time where you felt excluded. Discover how this exercise is the foundation to creating spaces where all can feel welcome and create community together. From the workplace to your home space, belonging is the bridge to cultural connections.

dIversity

DIVERSITY IS FACT

  • The dimensions of what make us who we are.
  • Age, body size, disability status, education, ethnicity, gender, location, military/veteran status, nationality, race, religion, sexual orientation, skills, (and many other factors)
  • People that are reflective of the society in which we exist and operate.

 

equity

EQUITY IS CHOICE

  • An assessment of access, ability, associated barriers and needs.
  • An understanding of power systems and privilege.
  • Providing fair access to opportunity - not everyone gets the same thing.
  • Barrier-free access to information and appropriate resources for all.

 

INCLUSION

INCLUSION IS ACTION

  • Honoring and respecting everyones' dimensions of diversity.
  • The achievement of an environment in which all individuals are treated fairly and respectfully.
  • Providing equitable opportunities for employment, success in a job, and advancement within an organization.

 

BELONGING

BELONGING IS OUTCOME

  • The emotional state that is the goal of DEIB efforts.
  • Everyone is treated and feels like a full member of the larger community and can thrive.
  • Every team member feels their perspective is valued and adds something useful.
  • Aware of personal biases and prejudices

 

 

equality

EQUALITY IS IDEA

  • Distribution and mobilization of resources the same across the board.
  • Regardless of circumstance everyone gets the same. Those with less, get more. Those with more, also get more.
  • Equality is the state of being equal, especially in status, rights and opportunities in an effort to prohibit discrimination.

 

access

ACCESS IS LIMITLESS

  • The proces of removing barriers both physical and social.
  • Accessibility is the degree to which a product, device, service, environment, or facility is usable by as many people as possible, including by persons with disabilities
  • This allows people to participate fully with choice and voice.

 

Allyship

ALLYSHIP IS COMMUNITY

  • Being accountable to advancing marginalized peoples' needs.
  • Allyship is a verb in that it requires constant action and a title that cannot be bestowed upon oneself.
  • One whom challenges institutional privileged spaces dominated by the majority power.

IDI Company Assessment

What to Expect: A complete profile (individual and/or group report). A confidential guided report of your personal results and group results (if applicable). The IDI measures individuals’ and groups’ placement along the Intercultural Development Continuum (IDC). The IDC describes orientations toward cultural differences ranging from the more monocultural mindsets of Denial and Polarization through the transitional orientation of Minimization to the intercultural mindsets of Acceptance and Adaptation. This tool is used to determine where an individual or group stands as a framework and reference point to help build personal and professional goals and a development roadmap.

Length of Workshop:

  • For an individual report: Approximately 30 minutes - 1 hour
  • Group Report and Workship: at least 2 hours for a group report (company needs will determine length of workshop)

Cost:

  • $60 for an individual report.
  • $1,000 for a company profile which includes a 2 hour training and comprehesive company profile.
    • Individual report sessions can be booked for an additional cost.

Dates Offered: On a rolling basis

Registration Information: contact our DEIB Director Charitie Bruning to book yourself or your private group today!

The ABCs of DEIB

What to Expect: When exploring DEIB work, the response we get the most is a hesitation to start due to a fear of making a mistake or doing something wrong. This course is designed to allow participants space to ask questions and practice using the language in a safe and judgement-free environment. Participants will explore the facets of DEIB with a crash course in terminology. Whether it's gaining a clearer understanding of "cultural competence" or how to make "work-life balance" work for you, this workship is sure to have something for everybody. We recommend this course for individuals who are just beginning their DEIB journey or those that need a fresh start. Whether you are a volunteer, part-time staff, manager or C-Suite staff, this workshop is a great course for individuals or groups who are just beginning their DEIB journey or those that need a refresher.

Length of Workshop: 1.5 hours in person (1 hour virtual courses offered)

Cost:

  • $40 per person (virtual)
  • $89 per person (in person)
  • $900 for small corporate groups (5-12 participants)
  • $1,400 for large corporate groups (13-25 participants)

Dates Offered: Virtual Workshop: November 8th, 2023. Click Here to Register

In-person training dates coming soon!

Registration Information: contact our DEIB Director Charitie Bruning to book your private group today!

Developing an AMO 

What to Expect: Is your company or business struggling to implement DEIB into your strategic plan? Learn how to develop an intentional model that incorporates DEIB into every facet of your company. Developing an Anti-Racist Multicultural Organization requires thoughtful analysis of current systems that uphold opression and discovering ways to dismantle barriers for and with people of color. While the strategies in this course are mainly centered around race, the strategies developed in this workship can be applied and used to uplift all marginalized communities.

Length of Workshop: 2 hours in person (1 hour virtual courses offered)

Cost:

  • $40 per person (virtual)
  • $99 per person (in-person)
  • $1,000 for small corporate groups (5-12 participants)
  • $1,500 for large corporate groups (13-25 participants)

Dates Offered: Webinar and in person training dates coming soon!

Registration Information: contact our DEIB Director Charitie Bruning to book your private group today!

Creating a Belonging Space

What to Expect: As we explore moments that defined who we are we will examine how those moments may or may not have made us feel like we belong. Learn how to foster inclusive and belonging spaces and what barriers exist to that work. In this workshop we will create a roadmap and framework to bring back to your workplace. We will identify strategy that you can use in your everyday life to ensure that you and those around you have a strong sense of belonging. 

 

Length of Workshop: 2 hours in person (1 hour virtual courses offered)

Cost:

  • $40 per person (virtual)
  • $99 per person (in-person)
  • $1,000 for small corporate groups (5-12 participants)
  • $1,500 for large corporate groups (13-25 participants)

Dates Offered: Virtual November 13th, 2023. Click Here to Register

In-person training dates coming soon!

Registration Information: contact our DEIB Director Charitie Bruning to book your private group today!