What you learn:
- Identify power dynamics in common workplace scenarios
- Recognize microaggressions and their effects
- Apply psychological safety concepts to team routines
- Develop strategies to promote inclusive communication
Description:
Power dynamics shape interactions and influence reporting, accountability, and outcomes. This course unpacks microaggressions and their cumulative impact on trust and performance. You will learn practical strategies to foster psychological safety, encourage speaking up, and address subtle forms of bias in daily work.
Through case studies and simulations, you will develop skills to intervene early, support colleagues, and design spaces where diverse voices are heard and valued.
Mitigating power imbalances requires a combination of structural practices and everyday behaviors. Transparent decision-making, inclusive meeting norms, and formal checks and balances reduce opportunities for abuse.
For leaders: model inclusive language, distribute influence through delegations, and create safe channels for feedback. For teams: establish ground rules, rotate roles in meetings, and document concerns in accessible formats.
Organizations should define clear anti-harassment policies, provide safe reporting, and measure climate along with training outcomes.