This course is designed to get you started using design thinking to solve problems more creatively. You will better understand problems from the customer's perspective as you apply different brainstorming techniques to identify innovative ideas. You will be able to use effective design research through use of prototypes and testing to test your ideas and keep your design ideas moving forward. Upon completion you will be ready to take on your next project using a design thinking process.

At the end of this workshop, you will: understand the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion for workspaces; be able to describe and analyze key issues of diversity, equity and inclusion in one’s work environments and community; grasp the power of diversity as a tool for creativity, and productive collaboration in the workspace; have the opportunity to share elements of one’s culture with others; and learn that norms and practices one thinks are universal may be culturally dependent.

This course covers the definition of unconscious bias, the importance of acknowledging and addressing unconscious bias in the workplace and personal settings, how to identify potential biases in personal and workplace settings, how to engage the Five Rs of reducing unconscious bias, and the development of plans and policies to reduce personal and workplace unconscious biases.

After you complete this course, you will be able to: Define and deal with bullying, abuse, harassment and discrimination, Identify and address unconscious bias, Identify power dynamics in the workplace, Be empowered as a bystander to take effective action, Understand and manage common emotions in the workplace, Understand mental health outcomes of prolonged or unaddressed disrespectful behavior, and Foster respect in your workplace.