132 Diversity courses in Liverpool delivered Live Online

The Diversity and Inclusion Accelerator is designed for accelerating your D&I program and enhancing your skills on this topic. This one-day course takes a deeper look at the state of diversity and inclusion (D&I) in today's organizations, where it can be improved, and the attitudes required for success.

Qualification Number 601/4458/0 Minimum entry age 19 Guided Learning Hours 180 What does this qualification cover? This qualification aims to: • introduce the concepts of equality and diversity in a variety of environments including society, the community and the workplace • highlight how stereotyping and labelling affect individuals • outline the effects of prejudice and discrimination • allow the learner to examine rights and responsibilities • stress the importance of taking individual responsibility and action to help and support others • provide a basis for further study and/or career development. The objectives of these qualifications are to help learners to: • raise their awareness of the issues surrounding equality and diversity • apply this awareness through their actions in society, community and the workplace. Who is it suitable for? This qualification is suitable for learners aged 19 and above. What are the entry requirements? There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification. How is this qualification structured? The qualification is made up of three mandatory units: • Unit 1 Equality and diversity in society • Unit 2 Equality and diversity in the community • Unit 3 Equality and diversity in the workplace How is it assessed? This qualification is assessed via an internally assessed and externally verified portfolio of evidence. Funding for our qualifications This qualification is available fully funded under the Adult Education Budget funding stream and is free to the candidate.

Leading Cross-Cultural Virtual Teams: In-House Training High-performing teams are a must in this world of intense competition and higher expectations. Global virtual teaming has become a necessity as organizations become increasingly distributed and suppliers and clients actively engage in joint projects. Teams work across geographical and organizational boundaries to deliver solutions and services to global users where distance and differences, both geographic and cultural, amplify the effect of issues and factors that are relatively straightforward when managing a team of people in the same location. This course delivers practical concepts and techniques that participants will start using immediately on their global projects. What you will Learn At the end of this program, you will be able to: Define relationships among foundational concepts (leadership and three dimensions of diversity) and explain their potential impacts on project performance Describe key components of successful project leadership and build selected Transformational Leadership skills Prepare to convert project challenges stemming from personal or cultural diversity into potential competitive advantage Implement selected best practices to meet key challenges facing virtual project teams Foster and grow an environment that supports continued success for CCVTs Foundation Concepts Basic definitions Critical success factors for leading cross-cultural virtual teams (CCVTs) A roadmap to success for leading CCVTs Leadership Excellence in Any Project Environment Leading effectively in a global environment Transformational leadership The four components of Transformational Leadership Leveraging Personal Diversity Overview of personal diversity Mind styles The theory of multiple intelligences Connecting Transformational Leadership and personal diversity Embracing Cultural Diversity Introduction to cultural intelligence The impact of culture Cultural Dimensions Theory The Culture Map Managing Virtual Diversity Overview of virtual diversity Virtual time management Virtual processes and technology Virtual leadership Creating an Environment for Success Supporting a cross-cultural virtual-team (CCVT-) friendly environment Building a foundation of trust Developing a team charter Recap and review Summary and Next Steps Personal action plan

Course Outline: What is “Diversity and Inclusion”?  The Cultural Contact Lens - understanding different people's experiences  The Social Ecological Model - understanding how individual elements sit within and impact upon social change  Finding your ‘why’, and the Business Case for D&I  Going above and beyond the Law - the Equality Act (2010) and protected characteristics  Becoming comfortable with feeling uncomfortable  Privilege, power, and the Cycle of Oppression  An introduction to allyship  Summary and questions

We all have different experiences, backgrounds and perspectives which mean that we can all react differently to situations at work, which can also affect the relationships we have. This diversity of experience and thought is a good thing, but on occasion it can also lead to misunderstanding and conflict between individuals which need effective resolution strategies. Conflict can have a significant impact on colleagues and the business financially and emotionally. It is important that as a manager you have the tools to resolve conflict before it becomes an issue. What does the course cover? What is Workplace conflict? What causes conflict in the workplace? The effects of conflict on colleagues and the business Types of Conflict Conflict Management Styles Early Conflict resolution Mediation

This interactive programme will use the topic of equity, diversity, and inclusion to illustrate the problem of unconscious bias and the practical solutions to overcome it. The programme will provide the opportunity for self-reflection, open discussion, and training on some of the softer skills to maximise objectivity in the workplace.

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for Team leaders, managers, executives and other business professionals who lead others will benefit from this course. Overview Learn to lead in a world of diversity Engage and empower our multi-generational workforce Leverage culture as the new strategic differentiator Develop your path to leadership success In this course, students will learn how to capitalize on the strengths of your diverse team while directing and guiding them to even greater achievements. Private classes on this topic are available. We can address your organization?s issues, time constraints, and save you money, too. Contact us to find out how. 1. A Complex World of Diversity Working in Fluid Dynamic Environments Understanding the New Transient Workforce Addressing the Need for a New Type of Leadership Leading with Authenticity Developing Required Skills and Competencies Decentralizing Power 2. Making Difference Your Strategic Advantage Engaging in the 21st Century Measuring Engagement and Taking Advantage of High Engagement Overcoming Challenges to Employee Engagement Embracing Difference and Bridging Boundaries Developing Cultural Intelligence and Responding Effectively to Cultural Differences Applying SCARF to Direct Behavior 3. Leveraging Change as the New Normal Understanding and Applying Emotional Intelligence Motivating Others Key Areas of Interest - Behavioral and Cognitive, Psychodynamic and Humanistic, and Personality Types Developing Your Leadership Psychological Toolkit Identifying Drivers - Desires and Expectations The Impact of an Environment of Trust Meeting the Needs of the Social Brain Promoting Involvement 4. Creating Leaders for the Future Facing the Challenges of a Modern Leader Avoiding Cultural Pitfalls Creating a Common Culture for All Leading Fluid Teams Seeking Diverse Perspectives Soliciting Feedback Utilizing Various Leadership Styles - Storytelling, Adaptive, and Connective Building a Sustainable Vision, Developing a Path, and Creating a Passion for Excellence Additional course details: Nexus Humans Navigating The Modern Workforce - Diversity, Culture, Generations training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the Navigating The Modern Workforce - Diversity, Culture, Generations course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

There are a number of reasons why it is important to actively promote equality and diversity within your business and the wider community, not only to ensure compliance with anti-discrimination legislation and professional regulations, including the SRA Standards & Regulations. There will also be business benefits to the organisation including attracting and retaining talented staff, improving staff morale, potentially accessing a wider client base and enhancing service levels and client satisfaction. Join us for this useful overview session on equality, diversity & inclusion which will cover the following points; The Meaning of Equality Discrimination Harassment & Victimisation Unconscious Bias The Equality Act & the Protected Characteristics Reasonable Adjustments Complying with E&D requirements Target Audience This online course is suitable for staff of all levels, from support staff to senior partners. Resources Comprehensive and up to date course notes will be provided to all delegates which may be useful for ongoing reference or cascade training. Please note a recording of the course will not be made available. Speaker Amie Higgins, Consultant, DG Legal Amie is a Senior Solicitor, qualified under the Law Society’s Immigration & Asylum Accreditation Scheme (IAAS) as an Advanced Caseworker and Supervisor. Amie specialises in all aspects of Immigration, Asylum and Human Rights work, with a specialism in human trafficking/modern slavery cases and working with vulnerable clients. Amie is an experienced trainer, delivering a range of training on both legal and practice management topics.

Intercultural Competence (Virtual) In a world that conducts business across continents and geographical borders, more than ever it is essential for team and organizational leaders to not only understand but also embrace the diversity of cultures; this is intercultural competence. Intercultural competence gives one the ability to effectively and appropriately communicate with people from other cultures in a competitively complex world. The participant in this program will gain cultural insights needed to build intercultural teams and navigate cultural diversities, without knowingly violating what are deemed to be acceptable or unacceptable cultural norms. What you will Learn At the end of this program, you will be able to: Articulate on the meaning of culture and intercultural competence Express the importance of body language and appropriately demonstrate its emblems Describe three cultural models and consider their application in assimilating cultural behaviors Define emotional intelligence and explain how it is linked to cultural intelligence Examine the four cultural intelligence capabilities and give examples of how each is developed Develop a personal cultural profile and compare its dimensions to gain an appreciation for intercultural competence Getting Started Foundation Concepts Fundamentals of culture Culture and body language Culture and proxemics Cultural Models Iceberg culture model The onion model of culture Hofstede's model of national cultures High-context and low-context cultures Cultural Intelligence Emotional intelligence overview Cultural intelligence overview Cultural Profile Cultural profile dimensions Understanding your cultural profile Summary and Next Steps

Intercultural Competence: In-House Training In a world that conducts business across continents and geographical borders, more than ever it is essential for team and organizational leaders to not only understand but also embrace the diversity of cultures; this is intercultural competence. Intercultural competence gives one the ability to effectively and appropriately communicate with people from other cultures in a competitively complex world. The participant in this program will gain cultural insights needed to build intercultural teams and navigate cultural diversities, without knowingly violating what are deemed to be acceptable or unacceptable cultural norms. What you will Learn At the end of this program, you will be able to: Articulate on the meaning of culture and intercultural competence Express the importance of body language and appropriately demonstrate its emblems Describe three cultural models and consider their application in assimilating cultural behaviors Define emotional intelligence and explain how it is linked to cultural intelligence Examine the four cultural intelligence capabilities and give examples of how each is developed Develop a personal cultural profile and compare its dimensions to gain an appreciation for intercultural competence Foundation Concepts Fundamentals of culture Culture and body language Culture and proxemics Cultural Models Iceberg culture model The onion model of culture Hofstede's model of national cultures High-context and low-context cultures Cultural Intelligence Emotional intelligence overview Cultural intelligence overview Cultural Profile Cultural profile dimensions Understanding your cultural profile