EN

This page was translated from Dutch with AI.

Inclusivity and diversity

As a manager, you play a key role in a working environment where every employee feels valued, understood and respected. In this in-company Inclusivity and diversity workshop, you learn to turn differences into strengths. The workshop lasts one day, in 2 half-days, for 6 to 12 participants, in Dutch or English.

Request a tailored programme

Do you recognise this?

You are in a meeting and notice that the same people are always doing the talking. A new colleague says very little. Afterwards in the corridor, you hear a joke that is not quite funny, and everyone laughs along a bit.

You feel that something is not right, but you do not really know how to bring it up without hurting someone or saying something wrong yourself. So you let it rest for now.

Diversity and inclusivity go beyond recognising and appreciating differences. Perhaps you notice that:

  • subtle forms of exclusion and prejudice go unnoticed;
  • not everyone in your team feels free to share ideas, for fear of judgement;
  • you find it difficult to communicate effectively and manage conflicts around sensitive themes;
  • you, with the best intentions, unconsciously contribute to a culture of exclusion.

A lack of inclusivity can disrupt the dynamics in your team and undermine the team's performance. That is a sensitive topic, and you do not have to tackle it alone.

Why is inclusion so difficult to get right?

Exclusion is rarely loud. It is in who gets asked for a project, whose idea sticks and who stops speaking up after a while. Because it is so subtle, you often only notice it when someone drops out.

As a manager, you feel a double pressure in this. You want everyone to feel welcome, and at the same time you are afraid of choosing the wrong words. That uncertainty means that conversations about differences do not happen, while those are exactly the conversations that make the difference.

The good news: you do not have to be an expert to start. With the right insights and some practice, inclusion becomes something you do, not something you keep doubting.

How do you turn differences into a strength?

Inclusive leadership is a skill. You learn to recognise your own prejudices, discuss sensitive themes and set boundaries in a respectful way.

In the workshop, our coaches combine insights from positive psychology and psychological safety with exercises and scenarios from your practice. You share experiences with other managers in a safe group, and you notice that you are not the only one searching.

You go home with an action plan for your own team, and with the confidence not to let the next moment pass.

What you can do after the workshop

After the workshop you can:

  • understand and apply the principles of diversity, inclusivity and positive psychology in your leadership;
  • create a culture of psychological safety in which team members feel free to speak up;
  • recognise and address subtle forms of exclusion and prejudice in your team or organisation;
  • communicate assertively and set respectful boundaries, using techniques from positive psychology;
  • stimulate an inclusive culture that values and utilises the diversity within teams;
  • recognise and overcome your own prejudices.

How we approach it

The workshop lasts one day and consists of 2 half-days. We combine theory, practice, personal experience and reflection. We start with a solid theoretical foundation and then switch to interactive exercises and scenarios. You learn from your coach and from your fellow participants. Through metacognition, you also think about your own learning process.

Foundations and awareness

  • Introduction to diversity, inclusivity and positive psychology. How these principles together form a foundation for your leadership.
  • The importance of psychological safety. An environment where team members feel safe to take risks and speak up is essential for innovation and growth.

Skills and techniques

  • Positive psychology in your perceptions and communication. Promoting a positive change in mindsets and integrating inclusivity into your daily interactions.
  • Setting boundaries and dealing with violations. Communicating assertively, setting respectful boundaries and giving constructive feedback.
  • Promoting inclusivity and psychological safety. Practical tools for a supportive culture, with open communication and celebrating diversity.
  • Building and maintaining an inclusive company culture. An action plan for continuous improvement and engagement in your team.
  • Developing action plans. Joint and individual action plans to apply what you have learned in your team and the wider organisation.

Afterwards you keep practising

Every training course is extended in the THOC Leerruimte. Your material remains available and you get an AI Coach who knows the lesson.

We work in an experience-oriented way: you constantly work with the theory in practical exercises that teach you to apply your skills in real situations.

Why this workshop is close to Steff's heart

This workshop was born out of more than professional knowledge. Steff Vanhaverbeke brings her experience in leadership, education and coaching, as well as her personal journey. As a transgender woman, she knows the challenges and opportunities of diversity and inclusivity first-hand.

You feel that combination in the group. Steff translates complex concepts into what you can do differently tomorrow, and she creates a learning environment in which openness, understanding and empathy are central.

This way you learn from someone who knows what it feels like not to automatically belong, and who also knows what changes when a team does make room for that.

Who gives this training

Any of our coaches can give this workshop. Tell us what is going on in your team, and together we will put together a programme that suits your situation.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the Inclusivity and diversity workshop for?

For managers who want to build an environment where every employee feels valued and respected. The workshop is in-company, so we work with your team and with situations from your practice.

How long does the workshop take?

The workshop lasts one day and consists of 2 half-days: first foundations and awareness, then skills and techniques. We tailor the content to your request.

How many participants do you work with?

With six to twelve participants per group. This provides room for reflection, exercises and sharing experiences.

In which language is the workshop given?

In Dutch or English. Let us know which language your team prefers, and we will take that into account in our proposal.

How much does the workshop cost?

Every training course is tailored, so we work with a quote after we have heard your request. Do you want to combine it with other skills? Then take a look at our tailored training.

Practical details

  • Formula: In-company training
  • Languages: English, Dutch
  • Half-days: 2
  • Participants: 6 to 12

Request a tailored programme

Further reading

More on this topic

  • Appreciative Inquiry

    Learn to shift your team's focus from problems to possibilities with Appreciative Inquiry. In-company training for 6 to 12 participants.

  • Building a High Trust Team

    Learn to build trust in a team that works together physically and online. In-company training Building a High Trust Team for 6 to 12 participants.

  • Customer Service

    Provide customer service that customers remember, even with angry or upset customers. In-company workshop of 2 half-days for 6 to 12 participants, in three languages.

  • Emotional intelligence

    Learn as a manager to recognise and regulate emotions, in yourself and in others. One-day in-company workshop for 6 to 12 participants.

QR code of this page

thehouseofcoaching.com/en/inclusivity-diversity

Scan with your phone to open the page.