Embracing Diversity in the Workplace

This course has been designed to give an overview of discrimination legislation including the financial implications of getting things wrong. It will also provide a brief overview of the changes in the law following the introduction of the Equality Act in October 2010

Who should attend the Embracing Diversity in the Workplace course?

This training will be beneficial for managers, supervisors and new HR professionals.

What are the benefits of attending Embracing Diversity in the Workplace training?

This diversity course will enable delegates to:

• Understand the legal framework of discrimination law in the UK
• Appreciate the challenges of managing a diverse workforce
• Recognise the risks of failing to address issues of bullying and harassment in the workplace
• Have greater confidence in dealing with allegations of harassment and other forms of discrimination

How is the Embracing Diversity in the Workplace course structured?

The course is run as a 1 day workshop.

Delivery is through a mixture of methods and involves delegates in group exercises and discussions. Training is practical and applied rather than just theory from a text book.

Key topics in the Embracing Diversity in the Workplace course

• Strands of discrimination – who is protected?
• Identifying types of discrimination – how and when does discrimination occur?
• Focus on bullying and harassment
• How to deal with allegations of discrimination-what happens if you get it wrong?

Dates & Locations

• 21 September 2010 at EEF, Cambridge
• 28 September 2010 at EEF, Hook

Audience: Team Leaders, Middle Managers, HR Professionals, First line managers