How to be an Active Ally (1 Day)

Overview

To provide delegates with a safe and encouraging space to explore active allyship; to develop their skills and confidence in this field; and leave with a firm and clear personal action plan for their own active allyship.

Learning

By the end of this one

• day workshop delegates will:
• Be able to explain what active allyship is.
• Understand the importance of active allyship to individuals and organisations.
• Confidently use the tools of active allyship: engagement, support, speaking up and appropriate action.
• Understand how they can work towards active allyship in their personal lives and in their work role.
• Take away an action plan for personal allyship and link it to their organisation’s approach to allyship.

Other

Target audience:

General staff, team leaders and supervisors and aspiring managers.

Assessment

Qualitative assessment by tutor (For example: observations or demonstrations throughout course)

Pre-work Research and bring together in one place the following:

– Your answers to reflective questions provided
– Examples of your organisation?s engagement with Allyship

Trigger Warning:

This course contains material that addresses sensitive subjects, including but not limited to violence, abuse, mental health issues, discrimination, and trauma. Some participants may find certain content distressing. Individuals are encouraged to prioritise their wellbeing and may take a break or step away from the session at any time. Support is available through internal organisational channels and external professional services.