Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) are crucial for organizations as they foster a culture of respect and belonging, drive innovation, and enhance employee engagement. Embracing DEI leads to diverse perspectives, better problem-solving, and improved decision-making. It also attracts top talent, improves employee retention, and boosts overall organizational performance, ensuring a competitive edge in the global marketplace.

This two-day interactive workshop is designed to equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of DEI principles and their application in the workplace. Through theoretical knowledge with practical activities, participants will learn how to foster a more inclusive, equitable, and diverse environment within their organizations.

Objective

At the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the foundational concepts of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Recognize the value and benefits of a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• Identify and mitigate unconscious biases.
• Develop strategies to promote equity and inclusion in organizational practices.
• Create actionable DEI plans tailored to their organizational context.
• Foster a culture of belonging and respect for all individuals.

Outline

Day 1: Understanding DEI and Recognizing Bias

1. Introduction to DEI
• Definitions and key concepts
• Importance of DEI in the workplace

2. Exploring Diversity
• Types of diversity (e.g., cultural, gender, age, ability)
• Benefits of a diverse workforce

3. Unconscious Bias
• Understanding unconscious bias
• Types of biases and their impact on decision-making
• Identifying personal biases

4. Building Cultural Competence
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Effective cross-cultural communication

Day 2: Promoting Equity and Inclusion

5. Understanding Equity
• Difference between equality and equity
• Identifying and addressing systemic barriers
• Strategies to promote equity in the workplace

6. Inclusive Leadership
• Traits of an inclusive leader
• Strategies for inclusive leadership

7. Creating an Inclusive Culture
• Best practices for fostering inclusion
• Inclusive policies and practices

8. DEI Action Planning
• Developing a DEI action plan
• Setting SMART goals for DEI initiatives
• Personal action plans and commitments

Who should attend

Human Resources professionals, managers and team leaders, DEI officers and committee members, employees at all levels interested in promoting DEI within their organization, or anyone seeking to understand and implement DEI practices in their workplace.

An open, learning and sharing mind set!

Methodology

This is an interactive workshop and the learning methods will include:
• Mini-lectures
• Hands-on exercises and games
• Group activities and discussions
• Q&A sessions

Swing Goh's Profile

DISC Flow® Certified Trainer | Keynote Speaker | Life Coach | People Developer | Facilitator | Change Consultant | Infopreneur

Swing Goh is a Facilitator, Speaker, People Developer, and Courseware Designer with nearly 18 years of extensive experience in hands-on Engineering, Quality, Project Management (in the manufacturing industry), and Customer Service within multinational corporations and various industrial sectors. Her diverse skill set, resourcefulness, and innovative approach make her a highly effective and inspiring facilitator in adult learning.

Swing excels in working within multi-cultural and diverse environments, which enhances her ability to connect with and relate to professionals from different backgrounds. This skill has contributed significantly to her success as a facilitator.

She facilitates WSQ Employability Skills, Generic Manufacturing, and Service Excellence modules, along with customized programs. Her clients include AB Scitex, AMK Town Council, ASME, Broadcom, CHASSasia, Dialog Asia, Evergreen Shipping, Food Empire, Food Junction, Fu Yu Manufacturing, Hexon Technology, Home Team Academy, Jurong Port, K Box, Leonian Holdings, Makino Asia, Maybank, MINDEF, New Port Duty-Free, Oil States Industries, Singapore Power, Singapore Technologies Marine Ltd, Swiss Precision, and Wine Connection, among others. In addition to her facilitation work, Swing is actively involved in courseware development and consultancy, including conducting Training Needs Analysis for corporate clients.

Swing holds a Master’s Degree in Engineering Science (Engineering Management) and a Diploma in Quality Assurance Engineering. She is a professional coach in Transformative Coaching, an International Coach Federation (ICF) approved training program, and is IBM certified in AI and Design Thinking.