OIED Fall 2023 Workshops

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The Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity (OIED) is excited to host a series of workshops for Fall 2023 (September through November). These workshops offer various attendance options, such as in person or virtual and focus on topics ranging from Title IX to Emotional Intelligence. We encourage you to attend at your convenience and let others know about these workshops. Please review the entire list of workshops and register as you deem appropriate.

Each workshop, with the exception of the three in-person workshops, will have either a Level I or Level II designation.  Level I is an introduction to the topic and a broad overview of concepts. Level II builds upon the fundamentals and offers an in-depth review of concepts.

To request an accommodation, email [email protected] at least two weeks before the event date. Specify which session you anticipate attending.

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September 13th  | Wednesday, 1:00pm-2:00pm
Review of Nondiscrimination & Anti-Harassment Policy/SOP

This 60-minute session will review the Nondiscrimination & Anti-Harassment Policy and accompanying SOP. The session will include an interactive case study to guide our review of the SOP. 
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OIED Compliance Focused | Level II Training | Virtual Session

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September 20th | Wednesday, 12:00pm-1:00pm
Emotional Intelligence: Unlocking Your Leadership Potential

This 60-minute session will focus on leadership, specifically emotional intelligence in leadership. As you sharpen technical skills for the next promotion or step, emotional intelligence will increase the opportunity to succeed in coaching teams and collaborating with others.

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Leadership Focused | In-Person | Lunch Provided
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September 27th | Wednesday, 12:00pm-1:00pm
The Leadership Alliance – 30 Years of Impact on Diversifying the Research Workforce

The Leadership Alliance was established by Brown 30 years ago to connect undergrads at MSIs/HBCUs with research experiences at other institutions.  This session will introduce participants to The Leadership Alliance, its history, and impact.
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Leadership Focused | Level I Training | Virtual Session
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October 11th | Wednesday, 2:00pm-3:30pm
Peering into the Periphery: Cultivating Critical Consciousness of Self and Others

This 90-minute session leads participants in an exploration of their initial thoughts and beliefs about issues related to DEI. The purpose of providing these frameworks is to being the process of cultivating spaces for critical conversations about issues of diversity.
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DEI Focused | Level I Training |  Virtual Session

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October 18th | Wednesday, 12:00pm-1:00pm
The Impact of Unresolved Conflict: Mitigating Discomfort Before it Leads to Disconnection

This 60-minute session unpacks the role that unresolved conflict can have on the workplace, how it impacts employee morale and the department’s mission. We'll discuss how to recognize the signs of conflict and provide colleagues with some skills to help resolve conflicts on their own.
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Leadership Focused | In-Person | Lunch Provided
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October 25th | Wednesday, 1:00pm-2:00pm
Proactive Considerations for Accessibility in Higher Education

This 60-minute session begins with a brief overview of the history of accessibility in higher education, followed by a discussion of best practices to proactively plan work activities which encourage full participation by individuals of all ability. 
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OIED Compliance | Level I Training |Virtual Session
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November 1st | Wednesday, 1:00pm-2:00pm
Do You Know Your IX ?

This 60-minute session will review conduct prohibited by Title IX and Brown University’s Policy and corresponding Procedure. Individuals will receive an overview of Title IX and how it applies to Brown University.
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OIED Compliance | Level I Training | Virtual Session

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November 8th | Wednesday, 12:00pm-1:00pm
Exploring the Self: How Social Identity Development Informs Perspective

This 60-minute session summarizes how social identity development is connected to our beliefs and behaviors. Participants explore their personal beliefs about issues related to social identity and how these beliefs can affect them and others.
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DEI Focused | In-Person | Lunch Provided

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November 15th | Wednesday, 1:00pm-2:00pm
Responsible Employee/Mandatory Reporter

This 60-minute session will provide an overview of mandatory reporting on Brown’s campus. Individuals will gain an understanding of how they can effectively convey their role and requirements about their reporting responsibilities before and when responding to disclosures.
Register here

OIED Compliance | Level I Training | Virtual Session