Workplace Diversity Training
The Training Process:
- Requesting Service: Businesses and organizations interested in KGLRC diversity trainings must first complete an application for training. Applications are available by clicking here.
- Submitting Materials:We ask that all agencies interested in diversity trainings submit their employment, human resources, and consumer intake materials (if applicable) to KGLRC. These include: job descriptions, benefits packages, discrimination policies, job applications, intake forms, and other written training materials provided to employees.
- Assessment:KGLRC will provide your agency with a written assessment of the submitted materials. This assessment is designed to reveal the strengths and weaknesses of diversity and inclusion within the organization.
- Scheduling:KGLRC will work with your organization to schedule TWO trainings of about 3 hours each.
Possible Training Topics
The content and focus of diversity trainings will differ depending on individual agency needs and the information gathered from the assessment. The following is a basic overview of the trainings.
Day One Training:
- Basic overview of terms related to sexual orientation and gender identity.
- Brief history of the LGBT civil rights movement.
- Personal stories & experiences of sexual minority people in business and social settings.
Day Two Training:
- Questions & answers arising from day one.
- Specifics on LGBT populations.
- Working with sexual minority employees & consumers.
- Best practices for inclusion & providing a safe and equal workplace environment.
In addition, KGLRC will work with your organization to develop an action plan including goals for creating a more open and affirming worksite, specific changes to be made over time, & set up an annual review of progress and setting of new goals.
Training Fees
KGLRC will work with your organization to establish a fee that works for your budget and funding sources.
Basic Fees:
- Initial Assessment:Free
- Preparation for Trainings:$50/hour
- Training Workshop Hours: $100/hour
- Travel (outside of Kalamazoo/Portage):$30/hour
Please feel free to contact us by calling 269.349.4234 or emailing training@kglrc.org if you have any additional questions.