Training
Discover BES Executive Search EDIA training built on data-driven learning, quizzes, workshops, and certifications to strengthen inclusion in the workplace.
Organizations we partner with
Bata Shoe Museum, Canadian Council for the Arts, CEE Centre for Young Black Professionals, City of Toronto, David Suzuki Foundation, Fasken, Genome Canada, George Brown College, GTAA, Humber, IMCO, Kids Help Phone, Luminato, McMaster University, MLSE, OICR, Ontario Presents, ROM, Sankofa Square, Sick Kids, TD Bank, TTC, UHN Foundation, United Way Greater Toronto, University of Toronto, University of Waterloo, University Pension Plan Ontario, York University
Clients Served Include
EDIA Training Based on Data and an Active Partnership
Ongoing education is fundamental to improving equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. In our view, the ideal training program is a combination of e-Learnings, quizzes, follow-up workshops that are informed by the results of quiz data (seeing that each company is different, ideally the workshops that are facilitated are tailored), and certificates of completion that both incentivize and acknowledge each employee’s hard work — and all rolling out over a period of time.
When we work with organizations or departments within organizations, this is the primary approach we recommend. We are the only firm of its kind offering such a rigorous approach to EDIA training.
While we have multiple e-Learnings available, below are a select few for perusal.
Unconscious Bias Training
In this program, we explore several topics through five modules:
Introduction
Module 1: What is Unconscious Bias?
Module 2: What are the negative consequences of unconscious bias?
Module 3: What are some examples of unconscious bias in practice?
Module 4: Unconscious Bias in applicant screening: Where is it Most Common?
Module 5: Does Unconscious Bias Training Actually Work?
Conclusion
Cultural Sensitivity / Cultural Competency Training
In this program, we explore several topics through five modules:
Introduction
Module 1: Framework – What is Cultural Sensitivity and Cultural Competency?
Module 2: Practical Ways to Become More Culturally Sensitive
Module 3: Indigenous Peoples: We Need to Do Better and Learn About First Peoples in Canada
Module 4: Microaggressions and acquiring cultural knowledge about a range of racialized groups
Module 5: Trans Knowledge and Understanding the Trans Community
Conclusion
Systemic and Societal Racism
In this program, we explore several topics through five modules:
Introduction
Module 1: A Brief Look at Anti-Black, Anti-Indigenous, and Anti-Asian Racism
Module 2: A Brief History of Slavery and Anti-Black Racism in North America
Module 3: A Look at Anti-Indigenous Racism
Module 4: Important Concepts to Consider when Discussing Racism
Module 5: Some Tools for Fighting Racism in the Workplace
Conclusion
The EDI Millennial
In this program, we explore several topics through four modules:
Introduction
Module 1: Defining the various generations: Baby Boomers, Gen X-ers, Gen Y-ers (Millennials), and Gen Z-ers (Zoomers)
Module 2: How have generations experienced the workplace world around them
Module 3: How generational divides can affect workplace-dynamics and expectations
Module 4: The Future of Work from an EDI Perspective
Conclusion
Organization-Wide Plan
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Other EDIA Workshops and Presentations
Whether at an annual general meeting, group onboarding session, regular educational forums and more, BES Executive Search Inc. delivers both in-person and virtual workshops and presentations to small and large groups. Among our team, as it relates to EDIA subject matter we provide expertise on a wide range of topics. Our workshops and presentations are novel and get organizations to move inclusion to the next level. Some of the titles include:
Access and Accessibility
Decolonization
Lived Experience and Intersectionality
Guiding Principles for Creating More Welcoming Spaces
How Disrupting the Hiring Process Can Increase Representation
Expanding Our Views on Leadership
…and more
