Disability Awareness in the Workplace

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Accredited Micro-Learning Program By London Intercultural Academy

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Fostering Belonging: Disability Awareness in the Workplace

Course Description:

This course explores the importance of disability awareness and creating a sense of belonging for all employees in the workplace. Through the story of Cherelle and her team, we will examine the impact of unconscious bias and the importance of considering accessibility when planning social events.

The course will delve into the following key issues:

The Importance of Belonging: Discover how fostering a sense of belonging leads to increased individual and team performance, ultimately contributing to organizational success.
Disability Awareness: Gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by employees with disabilities, including prejudice, lack of accessibility, and social isolation.
Creating Inclusive Events: Learn best practices for planning social events that are welcoming and accessible to all team members, regardless of ability.
Building Allies: Explore how to become an ally for your colleagues with disabilities by fostering open communication and offering support.

Course Objectives:

Participants will recognize the importance of creating a sense of belonging for employees with disabilities.
Participants will gain knowledge about common challenges faced by employees with disabilities in the workplace.
Participants will learn strategies for planning inclusive and accessible social events.
Participants will develop skills to become allies for colleagues with disabilities.

Target Audience:

This course is designed for managers, supervisors, and all employees who want to create a more inclusive and welcoming workplace for everyone.

The Power of Belonging: You will learn how crucial a sense of belonging is for employee well-being, motivation, and performance. You'll discover how fostering inclusion can lead to increased productivity, better team dynamics, and ultimately, organizational success.
Understanding Disability Challenges: The course will shed light on the everyday obstacles employees with disabilities may face at work. This includes prejudice, lack of accessibility in physical spaces and communication methods, and social isolation.
Planning Inclusive Events: No more unintentional exclusions! You will learn best practices for planning social events that are welcoming and accessible to everyone. This could involve considering transportation options, physical layout of venues, and alternative communication methods if needed.
Becoming an Ally: This course equips you to become a supportive colleague for those with disabilities. You'll learn how to foster open communication, offer support when needed, and challenge any misconceptions you or others may have

Course Curriculum

Disability Awareness and Fostering Belonging in the Workplace

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Managers and Supervisors: They play a crucial role in setting the tone for workplace culture. The course equips them with the knowledge and skills to create inclusive teams, plan accessible events, and address any disability-related concerns their team members may have.
All Employees: Everyone in the workplace has a role to play in fostering belonging. This course is designed to benefit all employees, regardless of position, by promoting understanding, open communication, and a sense of shared responsibility for creating a welcoming environment for all.

Level

All Levels
Last Updated

April 23, 2024
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