Suffolk University's Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Certificate : Becoming A Culture Change Agent: Harnessing the power of diversity, equity, and inclusion
Earners of Suffolk University's DEI certificate will be able to differentiate between diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace by exploring concepts such as unconscious bias, cultural intelligence, humility, privilege, power, and more. Multiple DEI best practices, such as allyship, emotional intelligence, and advocacy, will be explored to help participants identify DEI matters and concerns within an organization and offer possible action steps.
- Type Validation
- Level Intermediate
- Time Weeks
- Cost Paid
Skills
Earning Criteria
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Earners of this badge must complete all four (4) microlearning modules consisting of 7-9 hours each of learning activities involving readings, videos, journal reflections, an emotional statement, an informational interview, a DEI critique & smart goal, a Heritage event, quizzes, and discussion boards.
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Attend (or watch recording of) four (90-minute) bi-weekly group conversations guided by a master DEI facilitator on the subject matter covered by each module: (1) Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)—Understanding the Fundamentals (2) The Intersection Of Emotional Intelligence And DEI (3) Communicating About Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (4) DEI Action Plans.
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DEI Action Plan: The final project for the DEI certificate requires you to spend time crafting your own DEI Action Plan. To become a culture change agent, initially, you must reflect on your own personal diversity, equity, and inclusion knowledge and contributions to building inclusive environments. Once that personal assessment is made, it is a perfect opportunity to determine how you would like to increase your knowledge around differences, culture, bias and be a productive ally or advocate.