Equity, Diversity and Inclusion for Communicators
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion for Communicators
This one-day virtual learning programme will explore equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in an ever-changing world of work and will delve into the role of communication and engagement professionals in fostering inclusive and innovative workplace cultures.
During the course you will look at the business case for EDI - including around innovation and growth - and receive expert guidance on how to communicate this internally.
You will also explore inclusive actions for internal communicators - including how to build empathy around EDI amongst employees and using inclusive language to create a culture of respect.
The course will provide practical tools and techniques to help you drive and support the EDI agenda in your organisation, equipping you with a meaningful action plan you can implement straight away.
Who should attend?
The course is specially designed for internal communicators, but is also ideal for general corporate communications professionals who have a link with EDI in their organisations. This may be an official role, or a voluntary/augmentary one.
The course is suited to those working around Levels 2 and 3 of the IoIC Profession Map, however those working at Level 1 who have a particular interest/responsibility in this area will also find it useful and relevant.
The course will have particular relevance to those who have responsibility for:
- Strategy, planning and guiding the organisation around culture and EDI goals
- Community Management – particularly Employee Resource groups and networks
- Influencing at all levels around the importance of EDI
- Understanding people, cultures and barriers that those in underrepresented communities face in the workplace
- Creating content and conversation around inclusion topics
Learning objectives 
Understanding Inclusion for IC
- EDI in an ever-changing world of work
- The business case for workplace inclusion
How does inclusion lead to innovation? You will explore the link between an inclusive workplace culture and a prosperous organisation, in a highly changeable world.
- How does bias limit innovation?
We will look at examples of bias within organisation and how it leads to a lack of diversity.
- Unconcious bias for IC professionals
Introducing the phenomenon of Unconscious Bias, how it limits us, can lead to stereotyping, and particularly how it can limit internal communication.
- Understanding intersectionality
Inclusive Actions for IC
- The role of internal communication
- Respectful language
A facilitated discussion about respectful language and protected characteristics when it comes to workplace diversity.
- Building empathy
- What are microagressions?
Explore microagressions and microinclusions in relation to internal communicators – how IC professionals can not only reduce their own use of microagressions but also act as an empathy-builder throughout their organisations.
- Removing stereotypes in language and communication
The course will cover
- Why include? Understanding how to successfully communicate the business case behind EDI for organisations.
- What do we mean by intersectionality? Exploring difference, authenticity, moving workplace diversity from ‘2D’ to ‘3D’.
- Unconscious bias and the barriers to inclusion. An overview of the phenomenon, exploring the effects of unconscious bias on our roles as communication and engagement professionals.
- Building empathy with employees around diversity and inclusion. The crucial step for meaningful inclusive change.
- The use of inclusive language to create a culture of respect. What are the UK’s protected characteristics and how can we effectively communicate them in the workplace?
- Practical tips to help you drive the diversity and inclusion agenda in your business. As a group we workshop actions to take back to your day-to-day roles. Come away with a meaningful action plan you can implement right away.
Additional benefits
Additional benefits include:
- Pre and post course access to Canvas, the IoIC's online learning environment, where you will find all course materials and be able to engage with their fellow participants through forum discussions
- Eight CPD Points for IoIC Members
- A network of like-minded professionals to connect with and learn from
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Places are strictly limited to ensure every participant gains the support and guidance they need, and to facilitate maximum opportunity for interaction, connection and engagement.
Please note that we use Zoom for our online courses. Please ensure that you are able to access this system where you are based before booking your place. All times are in GMT.
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