DEIA Resources

It is important that we are continuously learning about DEIA, especially in the context of the workplace. This page is meant to help you do just that! Scroll down to check out different resources that you can utilize to expand your knowledge. This page include free trainings opportunities, infographics, answers to common questions, media recommendations, and more!


Free trainings

Managing a Diverse Team

  • LinkedIn Learning

  • 1hr 20min

This introductory class is a great primer for managers with diverse teams. Students learn how to implement an open-door policy that encourages communication, how to work with multigenerational teams, how to identify negative behaviors that could derail your team, and using coaching tools to work with your direct reports.

Foundations of Diversity and Inclusion

  • University of Virginia

  • 8hrs, over the course of 2 weeks

This course explains how power and privilege play out in organizations, how companies can turn Black Lives Matter calls for action into new policies, how to have difficult conversations around race and power at work, and how to begin to root out bias in hiring practices.

Diversity in Recruiting

  • LinkedIn Learning

  • 1hr

In this course, diversity and inclusion strategist Stacey Gordon outlines how to address bias when recruiting. She goes through the most common mistakes that recruiters make as well as ways to assess your current recruiting strategy to be more diverse.

Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

  • ESSEC Business School

  • 8hrs, over the course of 2 weeks

This course starts with an overview of key diversity concepts, like LGBTQ issues in the workplace, disability inclusion, and how to avoid ageism and sexism in the workplace. Learners then begin to look at their own thought processes to examine their own bias and prejudice, to be a better leader. The course also includes a number of case studies around specific issues in certain countries, like LGBTQ issues in India, and ageism in the US.

Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

  • LinkedIn Learning

  • 47min

This course offers practical tips for engaging and retaining diverse talent, how to listen to your employees when issues arise, and how to encourage others at your organization to embrace a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Gender and Sexuality: Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

  • University of Pittsburgh

  • 15 hrs, over the course of 4 weeks

This class gives students an overview of gender and sexuality issues in the workplace. It starts with clear explanations on the differences between sex, gender, and sexuality, explains key terms, and includes quizzes. Students learn common examples of gender and sex stereotyping and discrimination, in order to avoid them, as well as a section on how to be an ally to the LGBTQ+ community.

Unconscious Bias

  • LinkedIn Learning

  • 24min

In this short class, you'll learn how to recognize and acknowledge your own biases to prevent yourself from making unfair decisis ons. The instructor explains some of the most common forms that a bias takes: affinity bias, halo bias, perception bias, and confirmation bias.

Culture-Driven Team Building

  • The University of Pennsylvania

  • 6 months, 3 hours per week

This class is split into five-part series that includes lectures on how to lead a diverse team, manage conflict, and create a team culture of continuous learning. In addition, students will learn how to build their own emotional intelligence.

Trainings with EdApp

  • EdApp

  • Various options for time frame

EdApp offer various DEIA online courses. There are options for both free and purchase courses, with various time commitments and topics.


Common questions

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What is DEIA?

What does DEIA look like at Yosemite?

What is the White House's plan for DEIA in federal agencies?

How do I learn more inclusive language?

Have more questions? Reach out to yose_dei@nps.gov!