Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
Understanding Diversity & Inclusion
Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

Understanding Diversity & Inclusion

Laura Stoker

Instructor: Laura Stoker

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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3 hours to complete
3 weeks at 1 hour a week
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

3 hours to complete
3 weeks at 1 hour a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Explain the benefits of Diversity and Inclusion and how they work together to affect outcomes.

  • An awareness of how unconscious bias impacts the hiring process and employee life cycle.

  • Employ best practices to support Diversity and Inclusion throughout the hiring process.

  • Describe the opportunities to advocate for diversity and inclusion.

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There are 3 modules in this course

Welcome to Understanding Diversity & Inclusion! Many organizations today are creating diversity and inclusion strategies to identify, hire, and retain top talent in their industry. In this session, we will discuss what diversity and inclusion means, how the conversation has evolved over time, and how you can better contribute to future conversations. Additionally, we will define diversity & inclusion, expand our understanding of diversity and inclusion; and discover why it matters today.

What's included

2 videos1 reading1 assignment

Module 2 discusses the difference between diversity and inclusion, emphasizing that inclusion is about positively striving to meet the needs of different people and creating environments where everyone feels respected and able to achieve their full potential. Inclusion is experienced when people feel inspired to contribute, like they belong, valued, and connected while being their authentic selves.

What's included

1 video1 reading1 assignment

Module 3 discusses ways to foster diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. The module emphasizes the importance of a continued commitment to diversity and inclusion, including employee engagement initiatives, continued training opportunities, policies, and procedures that reflect the organization's diversity and inclusion values, spreading the message, and building relationships.

What's included

2 videos3 readings1 assignment1 peer review

Instructor

Laura Stoker
Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
5 Courses2,210 learners

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