Foundations of Good Workplaces
Presented by All Things Equitable
In partnership with Athabasca University
Virtual
Registration Required
Open to Athabasca University employees
April–July 2025
This series is hosted by the Office of the Provost. For more information, please get in touch with edi@athabascau.ca
Janelle Benjamin is an award-winning Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion consultant and founder of All Things Equitable. With nearly 20 years of experience in government and corporate sectors, Janelle has been a driving force in breaking barriers to workplace inclusion.
A trained lawyer and recognized thought leader, her expertise has led to systemic change across industries, earning her features in Forbes, The Globe & Mail, The Toronto Star and more.
About the Series
The Foundations of Good Workplaces training series is designed to build inclusive, psychologically safe, and equitable work environments. This 5-part learning experience is tailored to meet participants where they are, while offering progressive development for those ready to lead with inclusion.
Whether you're just beginning your DEI journey or stepping into a leadership role, these interactive sessions will provide the foundation and tools needed to contribute to a thriving workplace.
Training Topics & Schedule
Each session is offered multiple times—please select the one time slot per topic that best fits your schedule.
1. Foundations of DEI (No Prerequisites)
Learn the language and core principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. This session is the required starting point for all other workshops.
Dates Available:
Tuesday, April 22nd – 9:00 AM MST
Tuesday, April 22nd – 11:00 AM MST
Wednesday, May 21st – 10:00 AM MST
Tuesday, May 27th – 10:00 AM MST
Monday, June 2nd – 10:00 AM MST
2. Unconscious Bias (Prerequisite: Foundations of DEI)
Understand how implicit bias shows up in the workplace and explore tools to interrupt it.
Dates Available:
Monday, May 5th – 11:00 AM MST
Tuesday, May 20th – 11:00 AM MST
Wednesday, May 28th – 11:00 AM MST
Thursday, June 12th – 12:00 PM MST
Friday, June 20th – 12:00 PM MST
3. Microaggressions (Prerequisites: Foundations of DEI + Unconscious Bias)
Recognize and address the everyday slights and indignities that harm workplace culture.
Dates Available:
Monday, June 16th – 9:00 AM MST
Tuesday, June 17th – 9:00 AM MST
Thursday, July 3rd – 1:00 PM MST
Friday, July 11th – 1:00 PM MST
Thursday, July 24th – 12:00 PM MST
4. Allyship (Prerequisites: Foundations of DEI + Unconscious Bias + Microaggressions)
Move from bystander to upstander. Learn how to advocate and act in solidarity with marginalized communities.
Dates Available:
Monday, June 23rd – 10:00 AM MST
Tuesday, June 24th – 10:00 AM MST
Wednesday, June 25th – 10:00 AM MST
Thursday, July 10th – 2:00 PM MST
Friday, July 18th – 2:00 PM MST
5. Inclusive Leadership (For People Managers Only)
Foundations of DEI + Unconscious Bias + Microaggressions + Allyship
Designed for current leaders, this session builds inclusive decision-making and leadership skills.
Dates Available:
Wednesday, July 2nd – 2:00 PM MST
Wednesday, July 9th – 10:00 AM MST
Tuesday, July 15th – 10:00 AM MST
Wednesday, July 23rd – 10:00 AM MST
Wednesday, July 30th – 10:00 AM MST
Important Notes
Each session is capped at 25 participants, and registration will close once capacity is reached. Participants are asked to register for only one time slot per topic. Please note that prerequisites are required for certain sessions and may be verified.