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Unconscious Bias Awareness – How to Recognise what we don't Realise – Event in Presence

Perceive, identify and question a number of biases in your daily work.

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Most of us probably think that we are quite rational beings, but we are all influenced by biases that are often outside our conscious awareness. Unconscious biases are systematic patterns of deviation from rationality that affect the way we search for, evaluate, interpret, judge, use and remember information, as well as the way we make decisions.

In this highly interactive workshop, we will explore

• Where biases come from
• What the differences are between biases and prejudices
• What my biases say about me
• Whether all people have biases
• How I can test myself for biases

We will learn about

• What impact unconscious biases have on individuals and organisations
• What the benefits of a more diverse, inclusive and bias-aware workplace are
• Examples of biased behaviours, micro indignities, unearned privilege, etc
• How we should challenge such behaviours without blaming or attacking others

Intended Learning Outcomes

By the end of this workshop, you will be able to:

• Gain a clear understanding of what unconscious bias is (and what it isn't)
• Explain different kinds of biases, prejudices and stereotypes
• Understand the impact of unconscious bias on different areas such as inclusion & diversity
• Gain a thorough understanding of the causes of biases and their effect
• Develop skills to help them recognize biases in yourself and others
• Understand the basics of Emotional Intelligence and its importance in creating a less biased environment and making better decisions
• Recognise micro indignities and the impact of unearned privilege on bias
• Apply proven non-escalating techniques when addressing bias in the workplace
• Consult on debiasing gender based language
• Design strategies to mitigate the occurrence and impact of bias in the workplace
• Recognise your own natural biases and be equipped to manage them effectively

Didactic Methods

Lecture, plenary discussions, exercises, group work, individual work

Requirements

Bring an open mind and a curiosity and willingness to learn about your own biases and how to deal with them. Proficiency in English at the B2 level of competency is required.

Proficiency in English at the B2 level of competency is required.

The workshop is planned as an in-person event. You are required to comply with the hygiene measures in effect at the time of the event.

Date

May 12, 2022, 9 am – 4:30 pm

Target group

Doctoral candidates and postdocs from all disciplines

Modalities

Maximum number of 10 participants
Internal 25 EUR
External 75 EUR

Registration

Please register using the online registration form.

Please note that your registration is binding. You may cancel your registration up to twelve days before the course begins without providing specific reasons. Thereafter, you will be required to pay the attendance fee even if you do not attend the course.

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