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

Virtual Classes

Saturday, February 20, 2021, 5:00 – 6:30 PM UTC

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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.

Code of Conduct: Our mission is focused on providing opportunities for women to learn web and software development, but our classes and events are open to all genders and identities. We are dedicated to providing a welcoming and comfortable environment for all to learn to code and every attendee is expected to uphold our Code of Conduct (http://www.girldevelopit.com/codeofconduct).