Explain the Concept of Diversity and Inclusion

Unit 2.2: Social Diversity at Workplace and Inclusion of Disadvantaged Groups, including Differently Abled People (DAP)

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Learning Objective

After the completion of the session, trainees will be able to

-          understand and identify key aspects of diversity 

-          be sensitised on equal opportunity and accepts diversity

-          understand the types of Differently Abled People (DAP)

-          be more sensitive and cooperative towards DAPs at workplace

Session Plan

Number	Duration	Task	Activities	Materials
Task 1	45 Min	Explain the  concept of diversity and inclusion	Instruction, Q&A Case Studies	Flip Chart Visual Aid 2.2.1
Task 2	30 Min	Explain the concept of Differently Abled People (DAP)	Instruction, Q&A Case Studies	Flip Chart Visual Aid 2.2.2
Task 3	30 Min	Explain Medical vs Social Model of disability	Instruction, Q&A Case Studies	Flip Chart Handout Visual Aid 2.2.3
Task 4	10 Min	Explain accessibility and adaptations at work  to overcome barriers	Instruction, Q&A Case Studies	Flip Chart Handout Visual Aid 2.2.4
Summary	5 Min			Visual Aid 2.2.5

                   

Explain the Concept of Diversity and Inclusion        45 Min

Introduce diversity as a theme of the session. Highlight that diversity is an important characteristics of Bangladesh’s identity. It needs to be highlighted that everyone has equal rights and should be seen and considered as a human being, regardless of age, sex, race, religion or ethnicity. The Constitution clearly refers to diversity and emphasises tolerance and respect towards ‘the other’ is fundamental.

  Discuss, what this ‘other’ could be and observe, jointly with the trainees the various answers. Diversity and inclusion go hand in hand and should be understood to go hand in hand. Inclusive societies and organisations embrace diversity. Exclusive societies discriminate against and keep ‘others’ outside.  Ask trainees whether they know of some examples in Bangladesh, where people/groups are excluded.