Building Inclusive Workplaces

Welcome to your journey towards creating a more equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace. By fostering inclusivity, you can make your workplace more attractive to newcomer young adults. It will also improve overall staff recruitment, retention, and well-being.

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Key Statistics

Impact at a Glance

19.8%

Unemployment rate (young adults, 2020)

25 min

Average module duration

Learning Paths

Explore Training Options

Choose the format that fits your needs.

Foundations of EDI

Online modules covering core EDI concepts (5 modules, ~25 minutes each).

Practical Toolkits

Download ready-to-use toolkits for psychological safety, flexible scheduling, and inclusive recruitment.

Micro-Learning Videos

Short videos offering quick EDI tips for busy leaders.

Competency Model

19 Core EDI Competencies

The model organizes competencies into Foundations of EDI, Leadership Development, and Practical Skills, guiding leaders to build inclusive workplaces.

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Training Materials & Downloads

Foundational EDI Online Learning Modules (5 modules, each ~25 minutes). PDF Downloads: - Psychological Safety Toolkit: https://policywise.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Psychological-Safety-Toolkit-Dec-2024.pdf - Flexible Shift Scheduling Toolkit: https://policywise.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Flexible-Shift-Scheduling-Toolkit-Dec-2024.pdf - Inclusive Recruitment Toolkit: https://policywise.com/cgiarorg/2021/04/GDI-Recruitment-Toolkit-22April2021-FINAL.pdf

Micro-Learning Videos

- Tips for Creating a More Interculturally Supportive Workplace: https://policywise.com/watch?v=ijRZ8YzIAEo - Acronyms and Industry-Specific Terminology: https://policywise.com/watch?v=pQLz5qCDDN0 - Indirect Communication Style: https://policywise.com/watch?v=iG6tDCxdIUY - Being on Time: https://policywise.com/watch?v=utZiyU3gE7k - Differences in Eye Contact: https://policywise.com/watch?v=A5pqtAVWQK8 - Not Leaving at the End of the Day: https://policywise.com/watch?v=plFb74lQpVg

Project Funders & Partners

Funded by Alberta’s Ministry of Jobs, Economy, and Trade. Partners include: Alberta Association of Immigrant Serving Agencies, Cultural Advantage, Government of Alberta, Government of Canada, PolicyWise for Children & Families, AHLA, AHC, Newcomer Centre, BLLHA.