In today's diverse workplaces, fostering genuine connections and building trust is essential for successful relationship management. This interactive workshop explores the foundational principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and their crucial role in establishing trust within professional relationships.
Through engaging activities, insightful discussions, and practical tools, participants will gain a deeper understanding of DEI concepts and develop actionable strategies to cultivate trust in their interactions with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders.
Key Applications:
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Uncovering Bias & Level-Setting Expectations: Participants will explore their own biases and projected expectations and learn techniques to mitigate their impact on decision-making and relationship building.
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Cultivating Cultural Competence: The workshop will provide strategies for developing cultural competence, allowing individuals to navigate diverse perspectives and create inclusive environments where everyone feels valued and respected.
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Effective Communication and Collaboration: Participants will learn how to communicate across differences, actively listen to diverse viewpoints, and foster collaborative relationships that promote innovation and success.
Who Should Attend:
This workshop is ideal for professionals at all levels who are seeking to enhance their relationship management skills through a DEI lens. Whether you are a leader, manager, individual contributor, or involved in talent development, this session will equip you with valuable insights and practical tools to build trust and foster inclusive relationships in your professional sphere.
Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your relationship management skills and contribute to a more inclusive and equitable workplace. Register today!
Agenda: 5:30 – 8:00 pm
5:30 – 6:15 pm: Registration / Light Meal / Networking
6:15 – 6:30 pm: Announcements
6:30 – 8:00 pm: Welcome & Program
This event is sponsored by:
Speaker Bio:
H. Qawi Austin | Strategy Consultant & Executive Coach; Q&A Thought Partners, LLC
Mission Focus
Qawi coaches to serve clients as a “tour guide” and accountability partner to empower people and organizations to achieve specific goals through self-discovery and dynamic thinking through group and 1-2-1 leadership that targets personal growth, professional development, cultural competency, and relationship management.
Experience/Background
As founder of Q&A Thought Partners, Qawi is a multi-disciplined Strategy Consultant and Executive Coach with a track record of achievement through more than 20 years of value-centered leadership, mentorship, and coaching in corporate, government, and non-for-profit business sectors as an employee and elected official. Qawi serves on various community and professional boards focused on educational opportunity, professional and economic development, adapting to change, and building sustainable community relationships. Some notable organizations of experience include Willis Towers Watson, Hewlett Packard, Electronic Data Systems (EDS), The State of New Jersey, US Department of Commerce, President of the Board of Education, and Year Up.
Education
Qawi is a Certified Professional Coach (CPC) and holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA) from Rutgers University and currently has a research focus organizational behavior, organizational culture, emotions, diversity & inclusion, and ethics. Qawi holds certifications in Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion in the Workplace, Ethical and Inclusive Leadership, Project Management Professional (PMP), Training & Facilitation, and Consulting.
ATD Greater Philadelphia Chapter programs are pre-approved by the ATD Certification Institute for continuing education credits. These credits are based on the ATD Capability Model and may be applied towards initial eligibility and recertification for Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) and Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD) credentials.
ATD Certification Credits for this program: 1.50
