Mindfulness for DEI: Compassion in the Workplace
| Course code: | 25-SS-289 |
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| Dates: | April 22 - May 6, 2025 Alternate Course Dates |
| Meets: | Tu from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM, 2 sessions |
| Hours: | 2.00 |
| Location: | Online |
| Instructor: | Yedda Stancil |
| Fee: | $99.00 |
Description
This course introduces key concepts of the human condition and explores how mindfulness can deepen understanding and foster diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Participants will learn to navigate complex workplace dynamics with empathy and awareness, creating more inclusive environments.
Key Topics:
- Mindfulness for diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Workplace empathy and the human condition
- Creating belonging in diverse environments
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Explain how mindfulness supports diversity, equity, and inclusion in academic and professional environments.
- Develop empathy and compassion through mindfulness to strengthen workplace relationships.
- Apply mindfulness techniques to foster inclusion, belonging, and effective communication across diverse teams.
Who Should Enroll:
This course is ideal for:
- Professionals, students, and leaders seeking to foster inclusivity and compassion in their workplace or academic settings
- Individuals involved in DEI initiatives
- Team leaders aiming to improve communication and empathy among diverse team members
Whether you’re looking to enhance workplace relationships, develop a greater sense of belonging, or build a foundation for inclusive practices, this course offers practical mindfulness techniques to support deeper understanding and effective, compassionate engagement across diverse groups.
Notes
Cancellation/Refund Policy: You may cancel your registration up until two weeks before the start date, and receive a full refund minus a $35 credit card processing fee. Cancellations must be received via email at ocpe@vcu.eduIn the unlikely event that this program is cancelled or postponed due to insufficient enrollments or unforeseen circumstances, the university will fully refund registration fees, but cannot be held responsible for any other expenses, including change or cancellation charges to include but not limited to airlines, hotels, travel agencies, or other organizations.
Transfer Policy: Registration may be transferred to a different person if requested in writing via email at ocpe@vcu.edu by the cancellation deadline.
Student/Participant Conduct:
Participants are subject to all university policies applicable to students, unless a specific university or VCU Continuing and Professional Education policy explicitly states otherwise. University policies governing students are available at https://vcu.public.doctract.com including:
Student Code of Conduct
Honor System and Standards of Academic Conduct
Preventing and Responding to Discrimination
Title IX Sexual Harassment Policy-Interim
Sex-Based Misconduct Policy-Interim
For Academic Accommodations, please visit https://ocpe.vcu.edu/courses/policies.html#accommodations
There are still openings remaining at this time.
