Course Details

Training On Gender Diversity in Workplace

INTRODUCTION

Gender diversity in the workplace is crucial for fostering an inclusive environment, enhancing creativity, innovation, and improving overall organizational performance. This 5-day training program is designed to help participants understand the significance of gender diversity, recognize unconscious biases, and implement strategies to create a more inclusive workplace. The training is structured to build knowledge, raise awareness, and equip participants with tools to address gender-related issues effectively.

DURATION

5 Days

TARGET AUDIENCE

This course is designed for HR Practitioner, Recruiter, Line Manager or Leader responsible for improving the gender diversity within your organization, and you want some practical tools and techniques to help and support you.

OBJECTIVES

By the end of this 5-day training, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the importance of gender diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
2. Identify and address gender biases and stereotypes.
3. Recognize the impact of gender diversity on organizational performance and culture.
4. Develop strategies and best practices to promote gender inclusivity.
5. Learn how to create supportive policies for gender diversity and inclusion.
6. Foster allyship and build a culture of respect and equity.
7. Implement tools to measure gender diversity and track progress.

COURSE OUTLINE

Module 1: Understanding Gender Diversity

• Introduction to Gender Diversity:
  • Definition and key concepts.
  • Gender versus sex: Clarifying terminologies.
  • Importance of gender diversity in the workplace.
• Business Case for Gender Diversity:
  • How gender diversity impacts innovation, decision-making, and organizational performance.
  • Case studies of organizations thriving through gender inclusivity.
• Current State of Gender Diversity:
  • Global and local statistics on gender diversity in various sectors.
  • Identifying gender gaps in leadership, pay equity, and opportunity.

Module 2: Unconscious Bias and Gender Stereotypes

• Unconscious Bias Training:
  • What is unconscious bias and how does it manifest in the workplace?
  • How to recognize and challenge personal biases.
• Impact of Gender Stereotypes:
  • Common stereotypes about men, women, and non-binary individuals.
  • How stereotypes influence hiring, promotions, and workplace interactions.
• Breaking the Cycle of Bias:
  • Techniques to disrupt bias in decision-making and interpersonal relations.
  • Tools for self-reflection and bias mitigation.

Module 3: Creating an Inclusive Workplace Culture

• Building Inclusive Policies:
  • Reviewing existing workplace policies for gender inclusion.
  • Developing policies around flexible working, parental leave, and pay equity.
• Inclusive Leadership:
  • The role of leaders in promoting gender diversity.
  • Practical leadership behaviors that support inclusivity.
• Fostering Allyship and Gender Advocacy:
  • What it means to be an ally.
  • Encouraging men and other non-marginalized groups to support gender diversity.

Module 4: Addressing Challenges to Gender Inclusion

• Workplace Harassment and Discrimination:
  • Defining and identifying gender-based harassment and discrimination.
  • Legal frameworks and organizational responsibility to prevent and address these issues.
• Barriers to Gender Inclusion:
  • Understanding systemic and cultural barriers to gender diversity.
  • Exploring intersectionality (race, class, sexual orientation) and its impact on gender dynamics.
• Navigating Difficult Conversations:
  • How to manage and resolve conflicts related to gender issues.
  • Tools for productive, respectful discussions on gender diversity.

Module 5: Action Planning and Sustaining Gender Diversity Initiatives

• Developing a Gender Diversity Strategy:
  • How to implement and measure gender diversity initiatives.
  • Setting realistic and impactful diversity goals.
• Building a Supportive Network:
  • Creating and empowering employee resource groups (ERGs).
  • Encouraging mentorship and sponsorship programs for women and underrepresented gender identities.
• Measuring Progress and Accountability:
  • Tools to measure gender diversity (e.g., gender audits, employee surveys).
  • Tracking progress and addressing gaps over time.

CERTIFICATION

• Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate

TRAINING VENUE

• Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.

AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION

• Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request

TERMS OF PAYMENT

• Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com