Unconscious Bias–Building Inclusive, Equitable Workplaces in Chicago, IL

About this event

Unconscious Bias - Building Inclusive, Equitable Workplaces 📜 Certification: Kogniora Global Certificate of Completion 📅 Duration: 1 Full Day (8 Hours) 🏫 Format: Live Instructor-Led (In-Person or Virtual) | Includes Lunch & Beverages 🗣 Language: English 🎯 CEU Credits: .8 Course Overview Unconscious bias influences our decisions, behaviors, and interactions more than we often realize, especially in the workplace. These hidden biases can impact hiring decisions, team dynamics, leadership effectiveness, and overall organizational culture.

The Unconscious Bias Training Program by Kogniora Global is designed to help professionals recognize, understand, and address these biases to foster a more inclusive, equitable, and high-performing work environment.

Through engaging discussions, real-world examples, and practical exercises, this course equips participants with the awareness and tools needed to reduce bias, improve decision-making, and promote diversity and inclusion across all levels of the organization. What You’ll Learn By the end of this high-impact workshop, participants will be able to:

Understand what unconscious bias is and how it shapes perceptions and decisions Identify different types of biases that affect workplace behavior Recognize how bias impacts hiring, performance evaluations, and teamwork Learn practical strategies to mitigate bias in daily interactions Develop inclusive leadership and communication practices Handle bias-related concerns and complaints effectively Build a culture of fairness, respect, and belonging

Who Should Attend? This program is ideal for:

HR professionals and recruiters Managers, team leaders, and supervisors Diversity & Inclusion professionals Business leaders and decision-makers Employees at all levels who want to foster an inclusive workplace

Why Enroll in This Program ?

Enhance workplace fairness and inclusivity Improve hiring and decision-making processes Strengthen team collaboration and morale Reduce organizational risks related to bias and discrimination Build a culture of respect, innovation, and high performance

Course Modules Module 1: Getting Started

Introduction and housekeeping guidelines Understanding workshop objectives Pre-assessment and expectations setting

Module 2: What is Unconscious Bias?

Definition and key concepts How unconscious bias works in the brain Common triggers of bias Real-world impact in professional settings Practical illustration and reflection

Module 3: Types of Unconscious Bias (I)

Affinity Bias Halo Effect Attribution Bias Confirmation Bias Case-based learning and review

Module 4: Types of Unconscious Bias (II)

Horns Effect Contrast Effect Beauty Bias Height Bias Interactive examples and discussion

Module 5: Types of Unconscious Bias (III)

Conformity Bias Gender Bias Name Bias Ageism Bias Practical scenarios and insights

Module 6: Effects on Company

Bias in recruitment and hiring decisions Impact on opinions and evaluations Employee turnover and workplace morale Organizational reputation risks Case studies and review

Module 7: Mitigating Unconscious Bias

Setting clear expectations Encouraging open feedback Promoting participation and inclusion Training employees effectively Practical strategies and application

Module 8: Training

Designing effective bias training programs Who should be trained and why Best practices for conducting training Measuring understanding and outcomes

Module 9: Promote Inclusion

Educating teams on diversity and inclusion Celebrating differences Active listening and employee engagement Strengthening anti-discrimination policies

Module 10: Benefits

Building a positive workplace culture Ethical and fair decision-making Financial and performance benefits Legal compliance and risk reduction

Module 11: Handling Complaints

Gathering relevant information Evaluating complaint credibility Conducting fair interviews Taking appropriate corrective actions

Module 12: Wrapping Up

Key takeaways and reflections Addressing pending questions Action planning for real-world application Course evaluation and completion

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