Addressing Hate Speech in the Workplace
50mIntermediate2024-08-15
Authors
Nika White
Course details
Today’s organizational leaders need to consider the impact of language in the everyday workplace. This is even more important when it comes to hate speech, which continues to be a growing problem at work. As companies try to create more inclusive, safe, and equitable workspaces, they are also faced with addressing hate speech from both a personal and a professional perspective.
In this course, instructor Dr. Nika White describes hate speech, its characteristics and impact, and shows you what it takes to navigate the fine line between free speech and hate speech, providing guidelines for inclusive and respectful communication. Along the way, get tips on developing a comprehensive hate speech policy at your organization and mitigating hate speech in your role as a leader.
In this course, instructor Dr. Nika White describes hate speech, its characteristics and impact, and shows you what it takes to navigate the fine line between free speech and hate speech, providing guidelines for inclusive and respectful communication. Along the way, get tips on developing a comprehensive hate speech policy at your organization and mitigating hate speech in your role as a leader.
Skills covered
AllyshipWorkplace EquityInclusive LeadershipDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)Professional DevelopmentLeadership and ManagementDeep Dive (X:Y)
Concepts
0. Introduction
- 01 - Beginning the conversation
1. Understanding Hate Speech
- 02 - Defining hate speech and its characteristics
- 03 - Recognizing the intersectionality of hate speech
- 04 - Navigating the fine line between free speech and hate speech
2. The Impact of Hate Speech on Individuals and Organizations
- 05 - Psychological effects of hate speech on its targets
- 06 - Hate speech's impacts on culture, teams and productivity
3. Creating a Respectful and Inclusive Culture
- 07 - Guidelines for inclusive and respectful communication
- 08 - Developing a comprehensive hate speech policy
- 09 - Encouraging inclusive leadership while combating hate speech
4. Reporting Mechanisms
- 10 - Establishing clear hate speech reporting channels
- 11 - Encouraging intervention
5. Responding to Hate Speech Incidents
- 12 - Conducting fair and impartial hate speech investigations
- 13 - Documenting incidents for future reference
6. Continuous Monitoring and Improvement
- 14 - Evaluating the effectiveness of hate speech interventions
- 15 - Reviewing relevant anti-discrimination laws
Conclusion
- 16 - Continuining the converstaion of adressing hate speech