90-minute virtual session
Leaders play a critical role in creating diverse, inclusive workplaces where everyone can thrive. But inclusive leadership is not passive — it requires intentional actions, mindset shifts, and visible commitment.
This practical session equips leaders with the understanding and tools needed to lead inclusively, foster belonging, and champion diversity as a driver of innovation and performance.
Learning objectives
- Understand the business and human case for diversity and inclusion
- Explore what it means to lead inclusively
- Recognise unconscious biases and their impact on leadership decisions
- Learn practical actions to build more inclusive teams and workplaces
- Develop a personal commitment to diversity-focused leadership
Format
Sessions are usually run on Zoom or Teams. Please let us know if you prefer a different platform.
Groups of up to 12 recommended, up to 20 if necessary. Please let us know if you have a larger group and we can tweak the session accordingly.
All participants receive a PDF of the slides, key learning points and pointers to further learning resources.
Sample timetable
9:00 - Welcome and introduction
- Why diversity-focused leadership matters
9:15 - Understanding diversity and inclusion
- Beyond demographics — cognitive, experiential, and identity diversity
9:30 - Recognising bias in leadership
- Practical examples
- How to mitigate unconscious bias
9:50 - Inclusive leadership behaviours
- Small everyday actions that make a big impact
10:10 - Action planning
- Choosing two inclusive leadership practices to embed in your role
