ASPIRE: WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT COURSE

The course emphasizes the importance of inclusive behavior and provides tools for participants to assess their own behavior and develop strategies for fostering greater diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The program's learning objectives include articulating the importance of diversity and inclusion, making the business case for more inclusive workplaces and greater gender diversity, and understanding the impact of culture on the effective management of a cross-generational workforce. Participants are also expected to learn practical ways to work with each generation and advocate for organizational policies and interventions to foster inclusion. The course outline covers key topics such as diversity and inclusion, the business case for more inclusive workplaces, the business case for greater gender diversity, and understanding the cross-generational workforce. Participants are provided with handouts, including an inclusive behavior self-assessment, an article on Gen Y in the workforce, and information on the importance of sponsorship. During the training, participants are encouraged to engage in interactive activities, including a poll on proverbs that resonate with their leadership journey and a group activity in breakout rooms to discuss their self-assessment results. The program also emphasizes the importance of intercultural introductions and provides a self-assessment tool for participants to evaluate their own level of inclusivity. The training program utilizes digital tools, including video conferencing and chat functionality, to facilitate participant engagement and feedback. Participants are encouraged to use the chat to comment, ask questions, and provide feedback to the facilitator. The program also provides guidance on online ground rules, including the importance of turning on video, muting microphones when not speaking, and using reaction icons and the chat to provide feedback. Overall, the ASPIRE: Women's Leadership Development Course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and strategies necessary to foster greater diversity and inclusion in the workplace. By providing a comprehensive training program that covers key topics and emphasizes interactive engagement, the course aims to promote a more inclusive and diverse work environment.