In an effort to continue fostering healthier and safer workplaces for LGBTs, Out & Equal Workplace Advocates have planned diversity leadership training throughout Tampa Bay on April 13 and 14. The programs are geared toward Human Resource professionals, executives and managers.
“The Diversity Leadership course is led by gay employees and straight allies,” said Anthony Chuchman, media contact for the organization. “It’s designed to break down barriers and fosters communication between all employees.”
Training will be divided into three sessions—LGBT Diversity Leadership Class, Train the Trainer and Building Bridges.
Train the Trainer is an all day workshop which includes the LGBT Diversity Leadership course, concepts, terminology, and the business case regarding LGBT employees.
Building Bridges is conducted by certified Out & Equal trainers and is designed to target senior executives, managers, human resources and diversity professionals, customer service representatives and the general employee population. Training instructors have worked with corporations, social services, faith communities, governmental and educational settings, and provide relevant examples based on the course attendees.
The Diversity Leadership Training courses have been submitted to the Society for Human Resources Management’s Human Resource Certification Institute and are pending approval for continuing education credits.
The Nielsen Company in Oldsmar will host the seminars and special room rates are available with the Hilton Garden Inn of Oldsmar.
A networking reception near the hotel on April 13 is also planned.
