Microaggressions and Acts of Exclusion

Although overt behaviours can more easily be identified as bullying and/or harassing in nature, it is often the subtle words and actions that go unnoticed and greatly impact one’s emotional well-being. It is not at all uncommon that we have great intentions in what we do or say, however, when we express something we feel is positive we may actually cause harm to the listener. It is essential, in our quest to create safe and healthy workplaces that we examine and better understand the nature and impact of microaggressions and acts of exclusion.

After completing this workshop, participants will be better able to recognize, respond and respectfully address microaggressions and subtle acts of exclusion in the workplace.