The Impact of Implicit Bias in the Practice of Law
Date: Dec 27, 2022 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Online
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One of the most significant, yet perhaps neglected, aspects of practicing law in the increasingly global economy (as well as communities that grow more multi-ethnic and multicultural each day) is the challenge of sustained interaction between people who are different from us in various ways, such as race, socioeconomic status, religion, sexual orientation etc. Even the simplest of encounters can often leave lawyers, paralegals, or clients themselves feeling confused, frustrated, offended, or seriously hurt—even when everyone involved began with the best of intentions.
This program tackles the tricky subject of “implicit bias” (or “unconscious bias”) in the practice of law. Poignant film vignettes will serve as the catalyst for interactive discussion among a roundtable of experienced practitioners that will help to shine a light on the harm of implicit bias, both for individuals and the organizations in which they serve. Participants will also come away with practical strategies for identifying and mitigating the effects of implicit biases, and ultimately creating a genuinely inclusive, more effective, and more profitable enterprise.
TOPICS INCLUDE:
- Identify implicit biases and understand how they operate, as well as the settings and circumstances in which they are more likely to show up.
- Understand the potential risks and harms of unchecked implicit biases-both to individuals and the organization as a whole.
- Employ practical tools and strategies for confronting instances of implicit bias and systemic injustices or inequities within the organization, as well as for how to handle the awkward situations when one is being confronted.
- Take practical steps towards creating a more genuinely inclusive work environment that respects the dignity and value of all persons, no matter their diverse viewpoints, beliefs, backgrounds, practices, or immutable characteristics.
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