Valuing and Understanding the Complexities of Diversity

Objective:
Learn effective interaction with different backgrounds, perceptions, corporate cultures, behaviours and beliefs. Develop enough common ground & mutual acceptance to collaboratively work together. Respect diversity, and to welcome the creativity and myriad results that multiculturalism offer.

Approach:
Case studies, interactive workshops, experiential learning, language exploration, support videos, practical problem solving techniques.

Outcomes:
A new respect & trust between the delegates on the group
Being committed to taking part in providing a workplace where equal treatment is a reality
Reserving judgement & re-evaluating pre-conceived ideas, mindsets and stereotypes; and seeing the strengths in differences
Responding effectively when encountering individuals who are culturally different from ourselves
Capitalising on people's different talents
Building trust and integrity rather than wallowing in issues and situations which lead to misunderstanding and distrust

Outline of Programme:
Developing cross cultural understanding and awareness
Appreciating the differences
Similarities and differences
Belief system analysis
Acceptance and respect
Building rapport and appreciation
Accepting behaviours
Embracing multiculturalism
Diverse managerial styles
Changing perceptions and impressions and thinking patterns
Understanding the legislation that is the foundation of equal opportunity
Being dedicated and committed to equal treatment
Capitalising on people's different talents
Identifying & working through stereotypes & reclaim personal pride

Duration Options:
2 days

Those who should attend:
Supervisory level upwards – mixed and diverse to include all race groups and genders

Group Size:
Minimum 8; Maximum 12 delegates