Workplace Diversity & Inclusion – Empower Teams in Baton Rouge, LA

Schedule

Wed, 19 Nov, 2025 at 09:00 am to Wed, 15 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

For venue details reach us at: [email protected] | Baton Rouge, LA

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Foster inclusion, break bias, and lead diverse teams confidently with our 1-Day Workplace Diversity & Inclusion Mastery course!
About this Event

Workplace Diversity & Inclusion Mastery – 1-Day Training

📜 Certification: Kogniora Global Certificate of Completion

📅 Duration: 1 Full Day (8 Hours)

🏫 Format: Live Instructor-Led (In-Person or Virtual)

🗣 Language: English

🎯 CEU Credits: 8
Course Overview

In today’s dynamic and culturally rich workplace, fostering a truly inclusive environment goes beyond compliance—it’s a powerful driver of innovation, collaboration, and long-term success. The Workplace Diversity & Inclusion Mastery course by Kogniora Global is a one-day intensive designed to equip professionals with the awareness, tools, and strategies necessary to build respectful, equitable, and inclusive organizations.

Through expert-led sessions, real workplace examples, and interactive group work, participants will explore the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB), and discover actionable steps to transform culture, communication, and decision-making in their teams and organizations.

Whether you're new to DEIB work or looking to strengthen your current practices, this course bridges the gap between awareness and meaningful action.

What You’ll Learn

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

  • Recognize and address both personal and systemic biases.
  • Understand key dimensions of diversity and why they matter in the workplace.
  • Communicate effectively using inclusive language and empathy.
  • Promote psychological safety and cultivate belonging.
  • Handle microaggressions and exclusion with confidence and professionalism.
  • Embed inclusive strategies into everyday operations like hiring, meetings, and leadership practices.

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for:

  • Team leaders, managers, and department heads
  • HR professionals and DEI practitioners
  • Members of diversity councils or inclusion committees
  • Hiring managers and talent acquisition teams
  • Anyone committed to promoting fairness and respect in the workplace

Why Enroll?

  • Actionable Tools, Not Just Theory: Leave with ready-to-implement practices, including a personalized 30-day DEI action plan.
  • Real-World Relevance: Training content and examples reflect the cultural and legal realities of the workplace.
  • Expert-Led Instruction: Sessions are led by experienced facilitators specializing in DEIB challenges.
  • Career-Boosting Certification: Earn a Kogniora Global Certificate of Completion, enhancing your professional credibility.
  • Interactive & Insightful: Engage with real case studies, empathy-building exercises, and self-assessment tools.

🎯 Build Inclusive Cultures. Break Bias Barriers. Lead Change Confidently.

Course Modules

Module 1: Getting Started

  • Program objectives and expectations
  • Pre-assessment and self-reflection
  • Personal action planning framework

Module 2: Introduction to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

  • Defining diversity, equity, and inclusion
  • Classifications of diversity
  • Equity vs. equality explained
  • The role of DEI in modern organizations

Module 3: Dimensions of Diversity – Part I

  • Racial and ethnic diversity
  • Gender and age diversity
  • Ability and accessibility
  • Practical workplace scenarios

Module 4: Dimensions of Diversity – Part II

  • Religious and cultural diversity
  • Sexual orientation and gender identity
  • Socioeconomic background
  • Family, parental, and marital status

Module 5: Breaking Down Social Biases

  • Understanding unconscious bias
  • Stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination
  • Harassment and its workplace impact
  • Identifying bias-driven behaviors

Module 6: Addressing Microaggressions

  • What microaggressions are and why they matter
  • Common categories and types
  • Psychological and organizational impact
  • Constructive ways to respond

Module 7: Communication Strategies for Inclusion

  • Communication barriers in diverse teams
  • Verbal and non-verbal communication skills
  • Inclusive language practices
  • Active listening techniques

Module 8: Inclusive Leadership

  • Leading with visible commitment
  • Collaboration across differences
  • Bias awareness and curiosity
  • Cultural intelligence in leadership

Module 9: Prioritizing DEI in the Workplace

  • Inclusive recruiting and hiring practices
  • Accessibility and workplace accommodations
  • Practicing allyship
  • Supporting gender identity and expression

Module 10: Workplace Culture and Policies

  • Developing a DEI statement
  • Zero-tolerance policies
  • Handling discrimination complaints
  • Equal employment opportunity principles
  • Recognizing diverse holidays and celebrations

Module 11: Encouraging Respect and Belonging

  • Sensitivity and awareness training
  • Creating safe spaces
  • Emotional intelligence at work
  • Intentional inclusion and appreciation

Module 12: Wrapping Up

  • Key takeaways and lessons learned
  • Completion of action plans
  • Program evaluation and next steps



Agenda

🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:30 AM
Welcome & Program Kick-Off

Info: • The session opens with a welcome address, participant orientation, and an overview of the program objectives.
• Participants complete a brief pre-assessment to reflect on current understanding of diversity and inclusion.
• Expectations, learning outcomes, and the action-planning approach are clearly explained.


🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Foundations of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Info: • Participants gain a clear understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion and how these concepts differ yet work together.
• The session explains classifications of diversity and the importance of inclusion in modern workplaces.
• Real-world examples illustrate the business and cultural impact of DEI.


🕑: 10:30 AM - 10:45 AM
Morning Tea / Coffee Break (15 Minutes)
🕑: 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
Dimensions of Workplace Diversity

Info: • Participants explore key dimensions of diversity including race, ethnicity, gender, age, ability, culture, and religion.
• The session highlights how visible and invisible differences influence workplace interactions.
• Practical illustrations help participants relate concepts to everyday professional scenarios.


🕑: 11:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Understanding Bias & Microaggressions

Info: • The session explains unconscious bias, stereotypes, prejudice, and their effect on decision-making.
• Participants learn how microaggressions appear in daily workplace communication.
• Strategies are discussed to recognize, address, and prevent biased behaviors.


🕑: 12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
Lunch Break (30 Minutes)
🕑: 12:45 PM - 01:45 PM
Inclusive Communication Strategies

Info: • Participants learn how communication barriers impact diverse teams.
• The session focuses on inclusive language, active listening, and respectful verbal and non-verbal communication.
• Practical techniques are shared to improve collaboration and reduce misunderstandings.


🕑: 01:45 PM - 02:45 PM
Inclusive Leadership & Cultural Intelligence

Info: • The session explores the role of leaders in fostering inclusion and belonging.
• Participants learn how self-awareness, curiosity, and cultural intelligence strengthen leadership effectiveness.
• Emphasis is placed on leading diverse teams with empathy and accountability.


🕑: 02:45 PM - 03:00 PM
Evening Tea / Coffee Break (15 Minutes)
🕑: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Embedding DEI in Workplace Practices

Info: • Participants learn how DEI can be integrated into hiring, onboarding, and team management practices.
• The session covers accessibility, allyship, and supporting gender identity in the workplace.
• Practical examples demonstrate how organizations can move from intention to action.


🕑: 04:00 PM - 04:40 PM
Building a Culture of Respect & Belonging

Info: • The session focuses on creating psychologically safe and respectful work environments.
• Participants learn the importance of emotional intelligence, appreciation, and intentional inclusion.
• Techniques are shared to encourage trust, engagement, and long-term cultural change.


🕑: 04:40 PM - 05:00 PM
Wrap-Up, Action Planning & Close

Info: • Key learning points from the day are reviewed and reinforced.
• Participants complete personal action plans to apply learning in their workplaces.
• The program concludes with evaluations, final reflections, and next steps


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For venue details reach us at: [email protected], Baton Rouge, LA, United States

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