Danu Education
Empowerment through difference
Equality, diversity and inclusion training
This is not EDI training as you know it.
It is challenging, thought provoking, and inspiring. You will leave knowing yourself better and enthused to make a real difference. You will know what you do well and you will identify realistic changes you can make to enable your organisation to be more inclusive and your services more accessible.
Feedback
"I thought the instructor got the measure of the group quite quickly therefore was able to provide the training in a paced, challenging, insightful way."
"I enjoyed how Niamh delivered the training. It was very informative and interactive. It was transformative :)"
"The activities engaged everyone. It was insightful."
"Hearing the experience of the trainer helped my understanding. The authenticity of the presentation and presenter were evident."
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"I loved the structure, using key words as a set off point for discussion through out the day meant that I knew where we were going and this gave me thinking time without being distracted from the on-going discussion. The tone of the day was challenging in a positive way, constantly providing thought provoking discussion."
"Not just PowerPoint presentation - activities in groups helped with feeling
less anxious about sharing thoughts
and information."
" Very informative. Brilliant mix of teaching/learning and group activities. Ready good pace. Thoroughly enjoyable day. Thank you. "
"Very interactive and thought provoking."
"[I have a] better understanding of statistics and how this really impacts on others. Really opened my mind. Enjoyed the games and interactions."
"Addressing issues in a straight forward manner, whilst creating a safe space for discussion and exploration of views."
Why should equality, diversity and inclusion be important to me and my organisation?
Effective equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) strategies within an organisation not only produce a welcoming environment that attracts talent, but will also improve staff satisfaction, retention and productivity. Clients’ barriers to accessing your services will also be reduced when the unique needs of marginalised groups are considered. Training is pivotal to the success of EDI strategies.1
Diverse and inclusive workforces drive innovation, improve customer insight and increase economic growth; ensuring such workforces are harmonious produces heathy work environments, promotes equality, and embeds resilience2, in addition to reducing minority stress3. When staff can be their authentic selves their performance is higher and they are more satisfied in their work4, especially for those in leadership positions5. Staff with LGBTQ+ identities are also more likely to stay when out at work6 and young people at the start of their career consider an organisation’s inclusivity when looking for work.
1 The Importance Of Diversity And Inclusion Training (forbes.com)
2 17 Reasons Why Diversity and Inclusion Are Important in Society - Brilliantio
3 What is Minority Stress? (urccp.org)
4 Living the good life: A meta-analysis of authenticity, well-being and engagement - ScienceDirect
5 Authentic Leadership: What It Is & Why It's Important (hbs.edu)
Courses
Improve your:
- Confidence in discussing diversity and inclusion
- Ability to identify and challenge prejudice-related language and behaviour
- Awareness of legal, ethical and moral issues relating to equality
Key areas
- Legislation
- Stats and stories: why is EDI important?
- Skills and knowledge to challenge prejudice-related language and behaviour
- Unconscious bias
- Privilege
- Microaggressions
- LGBTQ+ identities
- Mental health
- Neurodiversity
- Intersectionality
- The evolution of inclusive language
- Authentic leadership
- Coaching and mentoring skills
- Managing personal and professional boundaries
Additional content for teachers and trainers
- Structuring a learning environment: an introduction to teaching for staff trainers
- Communication and building rapport with your students
- Models of learning, including domains and taxonomies
- Working with young people who have barriers to learning
- Diversifying the curriculum
Consultancy
Culture
Develop an inclusive culture and environment for staff and service users.
Networks
Build diversity networks and empower diversity champions.
Data
Use data collection and management systems to reduce barriers for marginalised service users, and measure the impact of your EDI work.
Impact assessment
Impact assess your current policies and practices.
Equity
Cater to individual need to improve equality of outcomes.
Based in Cambridge UK, Danu Education provides equality, diversity and inclusion training and consultancy for education, charities and the private sector.
- An authentic voice with personal experience of marginalised groups
- 25 years’ experience in teaching, training, and leadership
- Bespoke training based on your organisation’s needs
- Training sessions are in person and interactive
- Attendees are encouraged to reflect on their own experiences and share their expertise
