About This Course
Welcome to the Unconscious Bias workshop. Unconscious biases are the biases that everyone has, that live in the dark recesses of the human brain. These biases are grown in each individual and can greatly influence the day to day decision that are made both at home and at work.
This workshop will introduce to you the ideas and techniques for defining different unconscious biases that are very common today. It will also show the effects of these biases on the work culture and the business practices of a company. And finally, the workshop will cover the steps to introducing a successful unconscious bias training in the workplace.Please login.
Learning Objectives
Welcome to the Unconscious Bias workshop. Unconscious biases are the biases that everyone has, that live in the dark recesses of the human brain. These biases are grown in each individual and can greatly influence the day to day decision that are made both at home and at work.
This workshop will introduce to you the ideas and techniques for defining different unconscious biases that are very common today. It will also show the effects of these biases on the work culture and the business practices of a company. And finally, the workshop will cover the steps to introducing a successful unconscious bias training in the workplace.
Curriculum
6h
What is Unconscious Bias?
Unconscious bias refers to the automatic judgments and stereotypes that influence our perceptions and decisions without awareness. These biases can affect hiring, performance evaluations, and interactions, impacting workplace diversity and inclusion.
Types of Unconscious Bias I
Types of unconscious bias include affinity bias, where individuals favor those similar to themselves; confirmation bias, which involves seeking information that confirms pre-existing beliefs; and halo effect, where one positive trait influences overall perception.
Types of Unconscious Bias II
Additional types of unconscious bias include gender bias, which affects perceptions based on gender; age bias, which stereotypes individuals based on age; and attribution bias, where success or failure is unfairly attributed to personal traits rather than external factors.
Types of Unconscious Bias III
Further types of unconscious bias include:
1. Race/Ethnicity Bias: Stereotyping based on racial or ethnic backgrounds.
2. Name Bias: Judging individuals based on the perceived ethnicity of their names.
3. Beauty Bias: Favoring those perceived as more attractive, affecting hiring and evaluations.
Effects on Company
Unconscious bias can negatively impact a company by hindering diversity and inclusion, leading to a homogenous workforce. It can result in poor hiring decisions, decreased employee morale, reduced innovation, and potential legal issues.
Mitigating Unconscious Bias
Mitigating unconscious bias involves implementing training programs, fostering awareness, using structured interviews, promoting diverse teams, and establishing clear criteria for decision-making. Regularly reviewing policies and practices can also help reduce bias in the workplace.
Training
Training to address unconscious bias includes workshops that raise awareness, provide tools for recognizing biases, and offer strategies for mitigating their effects. Interactive activities, discussions, and real-life scenarios enhance understanding and promote inclusive behaviors.
Promote Inclusion
Promoting inclusion involves creating an environment where all employees feel valued and respected. This can be achieved through diversity training, equitable policies, open communication, employee resource groups, and celebrating diverse perspectives to enhance collaboration and innovation.
Benefits
The benefits of addressing unconscious bias and promoting inclusion include improved employee morale, increased creativity and innovation, enhanced decision-making, better employee retention, and a positive organizational reputation, leading to overall business success and competitiveness.
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