Learn how to address unconscious bias in the workplace

Participants to explore unconscious bias and its manifestiation in familiar settings

Lloydminster, AB/SK – Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) Lloydminster presents a series of groundbreaking training sessions on unconscious bias on June 2, 2023. This session aim to deepen understanding and awareness of unconscious bias in the workplace and provide participants with the tools to foster a more inclusive and equitable work environment.

Unconscious biases are a natural and automatic process in which our brains make quick judgments and assessments based on our background, experiences and cultural influences. Despite best intentions, unconscious bias can influence decision-making, hiring practices and workplace interactions, leading to disparities and exclusion.

"We believe that addressing unconscious bias is vital to building more inclusive and equitable workplaces," says Patrick Lancaster, Manager, Social Programs and Services. "By deepening our understanding of unconscious biases  and developing the skills to have challenging yet validating conversations, we can foster environments where diversity is celebrated, and everyone feels valued and respected."

Unconscious Bias – Discovering How Your Bias Shows Up at Work

The full-day session takes place on June 2 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and offers participants a comprehensive exploration of unconscious bias and its manifestations in familiar settings. Through research-based insights and interactive activities, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how difficult conversations can uncover and challenge preconceptions, ultimately leading to more inclusive workplaces. No prior preparation is required as everyone brings their own biases and experiences to the table.

The learning objectives for the full-day session include:

1. Understand unconscious bias and the ways it can show up in the workplace.  
2. Explore ways bias shows up in the way we interact with colleagues.  
3. Increase communication skills related to bias with tools to support challenging conversations related to bias.  
4. Explore methods to help check bias in the way decisions are made.

Lunch is provided.

To secure your spot and learn more about these transformative training sessions, visit Lloydminster.ca/FCSSEvents. Both sessions take place at the Best Western (1402 50 Avenue).