Understanding and Undoing Implicit Bias Deep Dive Workshops

This workshop is a safe space for ACS supervisors to discuss their feelings on content from the Understanding and Undoing Implicit Bias eLearning module. Supervisors play a pivotal role in assisting staff with identifying how their biases — explicit or implicit — might manifest in their work. These sessions allow supervisors to share their experiences dealing with implicit biases. All supervisors are welcome to this open discourse on practice strategies to reduce implicit biases and enhance equitable decision-making. During this workshop, learners will engage in a variety of discussions, activities and practice sessions. Before attending this instructor-led training, learners must complete all course prerequisites listed below.

 

Who Should Attend?

ACS supervisors.

 

Course Benefits

Learners will:

  • Discuss how their implicit biases manifest.
  • Discuss how implicit biases influence feelings about self and others.
  • Formulate personal strategies for addressing individual implicit biases amongst staff.

 

Course Prerequisites

Prior to attending this course, learners are required to have completed the Understanding and Undoing Implicit Bias eLearning program.

 

Course Components

Once enrolled in the course, learners will complete a 90-minute, instructor-led workshop.

 

Continuing Education Units

There are no CEUs associated with this course.

 

Registration

Register for this course by logging in to Cornerstone, browse for the course name and complete all information.  For more information about the ACS Workforce Institute, please contact the Help Desk at WIhelpdesk@acs.nyc.gov or call (212) 748-1898.