Agenda

Workshop Descriptions

• 8:45 Introduction - Registration
• 09:00 Workshop 1: Framework for the Future: Beyond Bias
• 10:20 Break
• 10:30 Workshop 2: The Importance of Effective Mentoring Relationships for Career Success
• 11:50 Lunch
• 13:15 Workshop 1: Framework for the Future: Beyond Bias
• 14:45 Break
• 15:00 Workshop 2: The Importance of Effective Mentoring Relationships for Career Success
• 16:50 Thank You

Workshop Descriptions

Workshop Facilitators

Workshop 1:
Framework for the Future: Beyond Bias

Numerous studies have shown how implicit bias affects career progression. Implicit bias or implicit social cognition, refers to actions and decisions that are contrary to our conscious values and believes. Research shows that awareness and understanding of implicit associations allows people to develop specific procedures in decision making encouraging them to act according to their conscious believes and values. Based upon AWIS research, this comprehensive workshop will focus on implicit bias, its impact and the influence in the workplace. This workshop is highly interactive with individuals participating in interactive discussions revolving around case-based scenarios, open-ended questions, and facilitated dialogue.

Workshop 2:
The Importance of Effective Mentoring Relationships for Career Success

Developing strong mentoring relationships is an important component for success. The focus of this workshop is to provide individuals with tools and techniques they need to be a good mentor or mentee. Interactive activities based upon case-based scenarios will be incorporated and discussed in small and large groups. The distinct differences between a mentor, coach, sponsor, and supervisor will be addressed, as well as, the best practices that can be incorporated as either a mentor or mentee. The workshop also addresses the mentoring and networking strategies that can be implemented to begin and sustain an effective mentoring relationship.