EDI training & capability building
Practical, engaging training designed to build understanding, confidence and accountability across your organisation.
Training that doesn’t translate into change
Many organisations invest in EDI training but see limited impact.
Common challenges include:
- Training that is too generic or theoretical
- Low engagement from staff or leadership
- Lack of connection to real organisational issues
- No follow-through or behavioural change
Without the right approach, training can become a one-off activity rather than a driver of meaningful progress.
Identity specific training
Looking for more identity-specific training focused on protected characteristics?
Explore our tailored sessions below.
Training should support your strategy, not replace it.
Our approach to training
At DiversitiQ, we design training that matches your organisation’s goals, culture and readiness.
Whether you’re taking your first steps into EDI learning or building on established foundations, our workshops are:
Practical: everyday actions, real examples, accessible tools.
Evidence-informed: rooted in insight, behaviour science & real organisational experiences.
Safe yet honest: spaces that allow people to reflect, learn and grow without fear.
Sector-aware: tailored for charities, corporates, public sectors and mixed teams with varied roles.
Human-focused: learning that builds understanding, confidence and inclusive habits.
Our training meets people where they are, and supports organisations to move toward stronger, more equitable practice.
What makes our training different?
Not generic slides: everything is contextualised to your organisation.
Not one-off “tick-box” training: sessions are designed to support real behavioural change.
Integrates with consultancy: training is aligned to your EDI roadmap where applicable.
Grounded in lived experience: delivered with empathy, clarity and real-world relevance.
Designed for all learning styles: reflective, interactive and practical.
We help organisations move from “knowing” to doing.
Training topics
Below is a core training catalogue. All sessions can be delivered online, in-person, or hybrid, and adapted for leadership teams, staff groups, volunteers or trustees.
If you already know the specific type of training you need, you can jump straight to our specialist Identity & Inclusion Training by clicking below.
Best for: Leadership teams, managers, board members, senior decision-makers.
Inclusive leadership
training
Equip leaders with the insight, confidence and behaviours needed to model inclusion every day.
Topics include:
Inclusive decision-making
Responding to bias and microaggressions
Leading diverse teams
Embedding equity in culture and strategy
Psychological safety
Best for: Whole-staff groups across any sector.
Understanding bias & microaggressions
A practical exploration of how bias shows up, how microaggressions affect people, and how to respond constructively.
Participants learn:
What bias is (and isn’t)
Where microaggressions appear in everyday interactions
How to interrupt harmful patterns
Tools for allyship and informed action
Best for: Charities, SMEs, Public Sectors, volunteers, new staff or mixed groups.
Foundation-level EDI
awareness
A grounding introduction for organisations beginning their EDI journey or experiencing varying levels of confidence.
Includes:
EDI language, definitions & context
The difference between equity, diversity, and inclusion
Structural vs individual bias
Practical starting points for teams
Best for: Organisations with foundational EDI knowledge and organisations working with multicultural staff or communities.
Cross-cultural communication & awareness
This session helps teams understand how culture shapes communication, expectations, decision-making and professional behaviour; reducing misunderstandings and strengthening relationships.
This training covers:
Communication styles and interactions
Understanding cultural norms, values and behaviours
Reducing unintentional offence or miscommunication
Building confidence in cross-cultural conversations
Tools for culturally responsive practice in the workplace
Available at a reduced rate when paired with any training package.
Optional add-ons
Training Needs Assessment
Identify staff capability, confidence and learning gaps before designing your programme.
Pre- & post-session resources
Short videos, reflection sheets, and tools to embed learning.
Manager toolkits
Guidance for managers to support behaviour change in their teams.
Follow-up coaching
1:1 or group coaching sessions to support leaders or teams.
Annual training calendar
Ideal for organisations wanting continuous culture development.
Tailored workshops & training
Every organisation is different, so your training should be too.
We offer:
Bespoke half-day and full-day workshops
Sector-specific sessions
(e.g., social sector, professional services, education, health)
Multi-session training programmes
(e.g., 4–6 week learning journeys)
Leadership & board development series
Team culture refresh sessions
Annual training plans or mixed-topic training calendars
All programmes are designed around your learning needs, culture, challenges and goals.
Beyond training
Training is most effective when part of a wider approach.
We also support organisations with EDI strategy and implementation to ensure learning translates into sustained change.
Build confidence and capability across your organisation
Let’s design a training experience that meets your organisation where it is and builds a culture where everyone feels valued.