Diversity in Training

So, maybe you don’t have these issues…exactly…..but training classes can have diversity challenges.

Here are some tips:

Use illustrations that can apply to everyone. Avoid focusing on just one type of illustration: kids, sports, spouse, single parent. You get the message.
Vary your language to include references to both genders equally.
Make sure to make eye contact and ask questions to everyone. Notice your own biases, even towards outgoing people vs. quiet people, better dressed people vs. poorly dressed people, those with titles vs. no or lower title.
Notice the graphics or photos – do they honor diversity? Do you ever include illustrations of heavier people or those with disabilities?

What do you need to work on in your training classes to better honor diversity?

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