Diversity & Inclusion: How to Mitigate Unconscious Bias to Build Successful Teams

Feb 20, 2021, 5:00 – 6:30 PM

This session will be a discussion on unconscious bias, how it works and its impact to the workplace. Attendees will leave with a better awareness of how they can become change agents within their teams

About this event

During this session, Nicole will speak on unconscious bias, how it works and its impact to the workplace. Attendees will leave with a better awareness of how they can become change agents within their teams. The talk will include:

  • Defining the problem of unconscious bias, examining why we have bias and exploring the impact on decision making.
  • Observing the benefits of diverse teams and why they work.
  • Identifying ways to foster inclusion and create an environment where the skills, talents and ideas of all employees are maximized.
  • Developing a plan to build bridges.

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Speaker

  • Nicole Calhoun

Organizers

  • Katie Franco

    Girl Develop It

    Executive Director

  • Katie Brydon (she/her)

    Girl Develop It

    Community Director

  • Alex Vaughn

    Coordinator

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