Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

The Micro-certificate in Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) provides students with a robust knowledge base and essential skills to create inclusive and thriving workplaces for all. By recognizing the significance of EDI principles in both the public and private sectors, organizations are increasingly prioritizing their integration at all levels. This micro-credential is tailored for employers and employees committed to the vital work of challenging systemic and organizational barriers, examining power dynamics, and fostering equity and inclusion.

Through exploring crucial topics such as social location, intercultural communication, accessibility, reconciliation, and the influence of power dynamics and privilege, this program deepens learners’ self-awareness, critical thinking, and empathy. It equips them to navigate and transform their work environments into safer, more equitable, inclusive spaces.

What You’ll Learn

• Identify the historical and ongoing impacts of white supremacy, power, and privilege and how they are embedded in organizations.
• Explain the significance of EDI initiatives and their impact on the success of businesses and their employees.
• Leverage knowledge of diverse histories and perspectives to recruit and support a diverse workforce.
• Reflect on their social location and the social identities of others and discover how identity impacts their worldview and interactions with others.
• Develop the skills, confidence, and cultural competence to effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse communities.
• Identify areas for improvement and develop intentional strategies to ensure welcoming, inclusive, and accessible workplaces.
• Reflect on the importance of reconciliation in EDI initiatives and create actionable steps toward decolonization.