Unconscious Bias –Building Inclusive & Equitable Workplaces in Columbia, SC

Schedule

Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 am to Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

For venue details reach us at: [email protected] | Columbia, SC

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Recognize and overcome unconscious bias to build inclusive, fair, and high-performing workplaces with practical, real-world strategies.
About this Event

Unconscious Bias – Building Inclusive & Equitable Workplaces


📜 Certification: Kogniora Global Certificate of Completion

📅 Duration: 1 Full Day (8 Hours)

🏫 Format: Live Instructor-Led (In-Person or Virtual) | Includes Food & Beverages

🗣 Language: English

🎯 CEU Credits: .8




Course Overview

Unconscious bias influences our decisions, behaviors, and interactions more than we often realize, especially in the workplace. These hidden biases can impact hiring decisions, team dynamics, leadership effectiveness, and overall organizational culture.

The Unconscious Bias Training Program by Kogniora Global is designed to help professionals recognize, understand, and address these biases to foster a more inclusive, equitable, and high-performing work environment.

Through engaging discussions, real-world examples, and practical exercises, this course equips participants with the awareness and tools needed to reduce bias, improve decision-making, and promote diversity and inclusion across all levels of the organization.




What You’ll Learn

By the end of this high-impact workshop, participants will be able to:
  • Understand what unconscious bias is and how it shapes perceptions and decisions
  • Identify different types of biases that affect workplace behavior
  • Recognize how bias impacts hiring, performance evaluations, and teamwork
  • Learn practical strategies to mitigate bias in daily interactions
  • Develop inclusive leadership and communication practices
  • Handle bias-related concerns and complaints effectively
  • Build a culture of fairness, respect, and belonging



Who Should Attend?

This program is ideal for:
  • HR professionals and recruiters
  • Managers, team leaders, and supervisors
  • Diversity & Inclusion professionals
  • Business leaders and decision-makers
  • Employees at all levels who want to foster an inclusive workplace



Why Enroll ?
  • Enhance workplace fairness and inclusivity
  • Improve hiring and decision-making processes
  • Strengthen team collaboration and morale
  • Reduce organizational risks related to bias and discrimination
  • Build a culture of respect, innovation, and high performance



Course Modules
Module 1: Getting Started
  • Introduction and housekeeping guidelines
  • Understanding workshop objectives
  • Pre-assessment and expectations setting


Module 2: What is Unconscious Bias?
  • Definition and key concepts
  • How unconscious bias works in the brain
  • Common triggers of bias
  • Real-world impact in professional settings
  • Practical illustration and reflection


Module 3: Types of Unconscious Bias (I)
  • Affinity Bias
  • Halo Effect
  • Attribution Bias
  • Confirmation Bias
  • Case-based learning and review


Module 4: Types of Unconscious Bias (II)
  • Horns Effect
  • Contrast Effect
  • Beauty Bias
  • Height Bias
  • Interactive examples and discussion


Module 5: Types of Unconscious Bias (III)
  • Conformity Bias
  • Gender Bias
  • Name Bias
  • Ageism Bias
  • Practical scenarios and insights


Module 6: Effects on Company
  • Bias in recruitment and hiring decisions
  • Impact on opinions and evaluations
  • Employee turnover and workplace morale
  • Organizational reputation risks
  • Case studies and review


Module 7: Mitigating Unconscious Bias
  • Setting clear expectations
  • Encouraging open feedback
  • Promoting participation and inclusion
  • Training employees effectively
  • Practical strategies and application


Module 8: Training
  • Designing effective bias training programs
  • Who should be trained and why
  • Best practices for conducting training
  • Measuring understanding and outcomes


Module 9: Promote Inclusion
  • Educating teams on diversity and inclusion
  • Celebrating differences
  • Active listening and employee engagement
  • Strengthening anti-discrimination policies


Module 10: Benefits
  • Building a positive workplace culture
  • Ethical and fair decision-making
  • Financial and performance benefits
  • Legal compliance and risk reduction


Module 11: Handling Complaints
  • Gathering relevant information
  • Evaluating complaint credibility
  • Conducting fair interviews
  • Taking appropriate corrective actions


Module 12: Wrapping Up
  • Key takeaways and reflections
  • Addressing pending questions
  • Action planning for real-world application
  • Course evaluation and completion

Agenda

🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:30 AM
Welcome & Program Introduction

Info: The session begins with introductions, expectation setting, and an overview of workshop objectives while creating an open and engaging learning environment supported by a brief pre-assessment and participant interaction.


🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:15 AM
Understanding Unconscious Bias

Info: Participants explore what unconscious bias is, how it develops, and how it influences decisions, behaviors, and workplace interactions through real-life examples and guided discussions.


🕑: 10:15 AM - 10:30 AM
Morning Tea Break
🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Types of Unconscious Bias (Part I & II)

Info: This session introduces key bias types such as affinity bias, halo effect, attribution bias, confirmation bias, horns effect, contrast effect, beauty bias, and height bias, helping participants recognize these patterns in real workplace scenarios.


🕑: 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
Types of Unconscious Bias (Part III)

Info: Participants further examine conformity bias, gender bias, name bias, and ageism while reflecting on how these biases affect communication, collaboration, and decision-making.


🕑: 12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
Lunch Break
🕑: 12:45 PM - 01:30 PM
Impact of Bias on Organizations

Info: This session focuses on how unconscious bias affects recruitment, employee morale, retention, workplace relationships, and organizational reputation through practical workplace examples.


🕑: 01:30 PM - 02:15 PM
Strategies to Mitigate Unconscious Bias

Info: Participants learn actionable techniques such as setting expectations, encouraging feedback, and fostering inclusive participation to reduce bias in workplace decisions and interactions.


🕑: 02:15 PM - 03:00 PM
Implementing Bias Awareness Training

Info: This segment explores how organizations can design and implement effective bias training programs, identify target audiences, and ensure learning outcomes are measurable and sustainable.


🕑: 03:00 PM - 03:15 PM
Afternoon Tea Break
🕑: 03:15 PM - 04:00 PM
Promoting Inclusion & Organizational Benefits

Info: Participants discover how to build inclusive workplace cultures by encouraging diversity, strengthening policies, and understanding the ethical, financial, and cultural benefits of reducing bias.


🕑: 04:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Handling Bias-Related Complaints

Info: This session provides a structured approach to addressing workplace concerns, including gathering information, evaluating credibility, conducting interviews, and taking appropriate action.


🕑: 04:30 PM - 05:00 PM
Wrap-Up, Action Planning & Close

Info: The session concludes with a review of key takeaways, addressing open questions, and guiding participants to create actionable plans for applying their learning in real workplace situations.


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For venue details reach us at: [email protected], Columbia, SC, United States

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