About this event
Description:
This session looks deeply at unconscious and hidden bias that stems from the associations that people unknowingly hold about themselves and others based on perceptions of race and skin-color. Participants in this session will learn about the unconscious stereotypes and assumptions that often are contrary to espoused beliefs about racial equity and justice that people express. You will also learn to consider the ways to mitigate the negative impact and address implicit racial bias both personally and professionally.
Key Learning Objectives
- How biases are formed and how to become more aware of your own personal biases.
- Six common instances of unconscious bias.
- Techniques to overcome unconscious bias.
- Ways to prevent unconscious bias from affecting work decisions.
- How unconscious biases can lead to discrimination.
- Tips to examine biases to weaken their influence.
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