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ALL CAREER STAGES  |  UK-SPEC: A,D,E  |  ONE DAY  |  VIRTUAL ONLINE  |  COST: FROM £499

Foundations of diversity and inclusion: understanding and mitigating bias in STEM workplaces training course

15 July 2026 or 21 October 2026
Virtual online

15 July 2026 - Book your place 21 October 2026 - book your place

About the training course

Learn the, essential principles of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI), with a sharp focus on recognising and mitigating bias in STEM environments. Ideal for individuals at all levels - especially those new to EDI - this session fosters awareness, reflection, and practical action.

Led Dr Athina Frantzana, the course blends foundational EDI knowledge with real-world strategies to interrupt bias, promote allyship, and create equitable workplaces. Participants will leave empowered to support inclusive cultures and become agents of meaningful change.

Who should attend?

Ideal for professionals across STEM organisations - including team leaders, HR, EDI, and L&D specialists - who are shaping inclusive culture, managing teams, or working in male-dominated environments. Suitable for staff at any level looking to build inclusive skills or prepare for leadership.

This course also links to section E of the Engineering Council’s UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC).

Course objectives

  • Define key EDI terminology and principles
  • Recognise how bias manifests in STEM environments
  • Reflect on personal experiences of privilege and bias
  • Understand the impact of exclusion on team dynamics and innovation
  • Apply strategies for inclusive communication and allyship
  • Begin developing a personal plan for inclusive practice.

Topics covered

  • Core concepts of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)
  • Understanding bias, privilege, and allyship
  • Legal and organisational EDI frameworks (e.g., Equality Act)
  • Bias in STEM workplaces and its impact
  • Microaggressions and exclusionary behaviours
  • Inclusive communication and real-time bias interruption
  • Personal reflection and action planning.

In-company training

This training course can be delivered in-house at your company premises, either with an in-house trainer providing face-to-face learning or virtually using MS Teams.

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Course registration and pricing

15 July 2026 - Book your place 21 October 2026 - book your place

WISE member

£449

Non-member

£499

Group booking discounts

10% discount for 3 to 4 delegates –  17528GR3TO4
15% discount for 5 plus delegates –  17528GR5PLUS
Group booking discount

 
The following discount codes are for member and non-member delegate registration only, and not applicable for student bookings.

10% discount for 3 to 4 delegates –  17528GR3TO4
15% discount for 5 plus delegates –  17528GR5PLUS

Please note that payment must be made in full when registering.

If you need to pay for your group by proforma invoice, please contact events@theiet.org.