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.