The Hobart Human Library learning experience
Delivery: Face-to-face | Duration: Half-day | Level: Foundational
This is a unique interactive learning experience that will equip you with the knowledge and tools to identify and manage unconscious bias, foster inclusive behaviours, and implement practical strategies for creating a respectful and diverse workplace culture.
Step into a fascinating world of human stories with the Hobart Human Library – an interactive learning opportunity where individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences, known as ‘human books’, share their lived experiences.
You will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations and challenge stereotypes with each ‘book’ representing a unique narrative of bias and discrimination.
Over half a day, you will explore conscious and unconscious bias and how they impact on workplace decisions, as well as how to recognise your own biases and areas for improvement.
You will walk away empowered with the tools to promote inclusivity and drive positive change within your workplace, leading to a respectful workplace culture and improved service delivery.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- use practical tools for managing unconscious bias, applying inclusive language, and sustaining inclusive practices
- recognise and address bias, and lead diversity change initiatives with confidence
- have an increased openness to diverse perspectives and a stronger commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace and continuous self-improvement
- understand the different types of bias, relevant legislation, and their impact on workplace dynamics.
Who should attend?
This course is highly beneficial for employees at all levels who would like to gain a better understanding bias and play their part in fostering an inclusive workplace environment.
It is particularly useful for:
- Managers – particularly those responsible for decision-making, hiring, and team dynamics
- HR Professionals – for improving fair recruitment and promotion practices
- Diversity and Inclusion Officers – for enhancing inclusion strategies
- Educators and Trainers – for fostering inclusive learning environments
- Community Leaders – for supporting social justice and advocacy efforts.
Facilitators: Gabrielle Gartrell and Jodie Epper (A Fairer World) - joined by the ‘Hobart Human Books’
Gabrielle Gartrell is a passionate advocate for social change with a diverse background in activism, community building, and the arts. She is a skilled leader across all levels of decision making. Gabe values a relational approach to learning and co-facilitates diversity and inclusion workshops with human ‘books’ from the Hobart Human Library. Our ‘books’ are lived experience storytellers who advocate for a fairer world across all aspects of discrimination.
Jodie Epper has been leading school programs with A Fairer World for 4 years. She holds a Bachelor of Education and a TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, with over 20 years’ experience in teaching and training. Jodie’s extensive training experience and deep understanding as an education al leader have shaped her passion for transformative learning. Jodie’s training is focused on building supportive relationships, challenging assumptions, and promoting self-reflection and awareness.
Support services
If anything in this course raises issues for you, you can reach out to the following services:
- Your organisations Employee Assistance Program provide
- Lifeline
- Beyond Blue
- Headspace
- SANE
If you are experiencing an emergency call 000
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