Implicit Bias: What is it and Why Does it Matter
Description:
Learn about how your brain thinks and the shortcuts it takes to keep you on track. You will be introduced to the concept of implicit and cognitive bias and how it can lead to biased and privileged systems.
Objectives:
After completing this training, participants will be able to:
- Learn how your brain processes information and the schemas it uses
- Gain a personal understanding of how cognitive biases create biased systems
- Explore how bias leads to privilege and how they work both for and against you
Who Should Attend?
All positions at any housing authority.
Agenda
| Modules | Topics |
|---|---|
| Module 1 – Concept Introduction | -Cognition. -Key concepts. -Implicit vs explicit bias. |
| Module 2 – Types of Bias | -Common Types of Cognitive Biases. |
| Module 3 – Impacts of Bias on Program Design and Implementation | -Media and other influences that perpetuate bias. -Intro to biases around PHAs, customers, and programs. |
| Format | Length | CEUs |
| e-Learning | 1.5 Hours | 0.15 |