FEI will present at the 2019 Alliance for Strong Families and Communities (Alliance) National Conference.
The conference runs Oct. 16-18, 2019, at the Westin Indianapolis in Indianapolis, Ind. FEI Senior Director Terri Howard will present “Recognizing and Understanding Implicit Bias” on Oct. 18 at 9:00 a.m. CST.
Focusing on biases that are rooted in the subconscious, the session will explore the idea of implicit bias and how it can influence behaviors. Attendees will address bias in a safe environment and learn how to recognize their own biases while reducing the potential for microaggressions. Strategies for creating a diverse and equitable workplace will also be discussed.
Howard is a career corporate management executive with more than two decades of experience in organizational development. She has designed and delivered sensitive people-focused training on topics including implicit bias, leadership development, bullying and harassment, teamwork, anger management and workplace violence prevention. Howard has provided training and consultation for nonprofit organizations, Fortune 500 companies, government and institutions of higher learning around the country. Her relaxed style and informal approach create an engaging learning environment
for participants.
Along with presenting, FEI is a conference sponsor and will be celebrating 40 years of supporting the Alliance’s vision of a healthy and equitable society throughout the event.
Learn more about the 2019 Alliance National Conference by visiting the Alliance for Strong Families
and Communities.