Breaking Barriers ~ Achieving Inclusion By Removing The Obstacles That Stand In The Way
Did you know that most people do not know whose land they live on or why it’s important?
Are you aware that Canada’s workforce is currently experiencing a labour shortage which means an increase in diversity?
Join speaker, author and podcast host, Kristy Ware, as they uncover the six main obstacles that block the way to an inclusive culture at school, home, and in your community. You will also gain valuable strategies to move through each obstacle that will change the way you view yourself, your students, your colleagues, and the world around you. Come prepared to embark on a personal learning journey leading to stronger connections, collaborations, and communities.
In this 90 minute interactive workshop you will learn:
- What the terms diversity, equity and inclusion mean (DEI)
- The 3 keys to DEI
- The six main obstacles that block the way to inclusion: unconscious bias, fear, resistance, ignorance, lack of practice and lack of awareness of privilege
- Strategies to break down each obstacle
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Kristy Ware Coaching & Consulting
Kristy Ware
Health & Well-Being Expert, Speaker and Author of Synergize Your Health - The 6 Elements for Greater Vitality & Joy and Dismantling The Obstacles to Workplace Inclusion. Kristy inspires individuals and organizations to take action toward creating equitable, inclusive and healthy workplaces.
Kristy has over 20 years combined experience in leadership, coaching and consulting. They weave together powerful stories, current research, and effective strategies to uplift, inspire and educate. Expertly using their contagious energy and straightforward approach, Kristy sparks audiences to take conscious steps toward implementing change.
Kristy has a Police Foundations Diploma that included courses in ethics, diversity, psychology, and non-violent communication. They have also completed several certifications through the Canadian Center for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI). Kristy’s a member of the 2SLGBTQI+ communities, helping create inclusion in the workplace and being a voice for change. Kristy lives in Vernon BC with their wife and son.