Awareness, Belonging, and Courageous Leadership
— Offered by College of Education and Health Professions —
The two-part Awareness, Belonging, and Courageous Leadership Certification challenges participants to examine and address issues of diversity, equity, and inclusive leadership in organizations. Participants are empowered with the leadership skills needed to support sustainable action that can lead to organizational transformation. Participants will utilize activities to explore their cultural lens, take stock of their social and cultural identities, engage in conversations that encourage trust and the building of authentic connections, unpack topics of privilege and microaggressions, and create an action plan for organizational change.
I was able to take some of the information I learned and make some tweaks to my hiring process to further eliminate bias. In addition, my counterpart and I were able to use the information we learned and conduct a training for our entire region. That training made room for more discussion on unconscious bias and how it relates to hiring practices."
Jamilla AndersonVocational Rehabilitation Supervisor
Texas Workforce Commission
I've found ABCs/DILC training to be immediately applicable to my work. The virtual, interactive platform was unique. I was continuously engaged with the course's material and learned a lot from my peers and presenters. I can truly say they’ve made me a more productive member of my company's strategic team."
Gloria BoydHuman Resource Director
Mississippi County Arkansas EOC
I was hesitant and curious about this course at the same time. However, I cannot praise it enough. The presenters and educators who put this course on are passionate, informed and courageous indeed! As a woman, I valued seeing references and quotes from women in leadership and leaders of diverse backgrounds overall."
Maria BuckleyDivision of Rehabilitation Services Supervisor
Maryland State Department of Education
Two Parts Available
$499 per part
- or -
$799 bundle 1 & 2
Bundle parts 1 and 2 and earn Awareness, Belonging, and Courageous Leadership Certification.
U of A 10% discount available - view details
Part 1
Six Course Sessions:
- Understand the value of multiculturalism in society
- Become aware of the ways that culture influences perceptions and leadership styles
- Develop an understanding of the impact of bias in the workplace
- Discuss tools needed to promote civility and compassion in our everyday lives
Also Included in Part 1
Community of Practice Component
- Engage in open, honest discourse in a safe environment
- Share tools and resources for best practices
- Provide a network of support for participants
8 Professional Development Hours
Part 2
Six Course Sessions:
- Create a framework for self-awareness, civility, and cultural consciousness
- Develop an understanding of how personal culture influences interactions
- Understand privilege, power, and perception in rehabilitation
- Develop a plan for executing diversity, equity, and inclusion change strategies
Also Included in Part 2
Community of Practice Component
- Engage in open, honest discourse in a safe environment
- Share tools and resources for best practices
- Provide a network of support for participants
9 Professional Development Hours
Must complete Part 1 before taking Part 2
Certification
Earn the Awareness, Belonging, and Courageous Leadership Certification by attending all days for Parts 1 and 2, plus complete Certification Quiz.
17 professional development hours
Receive Certificate
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Instructors
Dr. Robin Freeman, Ed.D.
Director of U of A CURRENTS
Veronica C. Jackson, M.Ed.
Research Associate and Trainer
Dana M. Cea, Ph.D., M.S., CPSS, CRC, LCMHC, NCC
Volunteer, National Alliance on Mental Illness and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Inger Neal, CDF, MRC, CRC
Business Relations Consultant, CSAVR
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