Diversity and Inclusion for Volunteers: Online Training
All volunteers should feel safe and valued, and represent their organization in a positive way. At the same time, every volunteer plays a role in shaping the culture of the organization they serve.
This self-paced training addresses unacceptable behaviours such as discrimination, harassment, and bullying, and provides practical guidance on fostering safe, respectful, and inclusive volunteer environments. It supports both individual volunteers and the organizations that depend on them.
$44.95/unit (employer discounts available)
This self-paced course helps you learn:
The benefits of diversity and inclusion and the characteristics of a respectful volunteer work environment
Attitudes and behaviours that reflect consideration for others
Simple ways to ensure that your conversations are respectful and productive
How to recognize situations involving unacceptable behaviours such as discrimination, harassment, or bullying, and how to respond appropriately
The Learning Experience
Immediate Access
Begin training as soon as you receive your login credentials.
Self-Paced
Move through content and activities on your own schedule. Progress is saved automatically.
Use Any Device
Complete training on a computer, tablet, or smartphone. All you need is an internet connection.
Certificate of Completion
Download a certificate with your name and date of training as soon as you pass.
Interactive
Scenarios, exercises, and knowledge checks reinforce key concepts and support real-world application.
Valued By Organizations Such As
This course has proven invaluable to the charity organizations in my network. While volunteers are almost universally civic-minded people, having some of the finer points spelled out has proven eye-opening. I also like how the focus was not just on compliance, but also on how Diversity & Inclusion is beneficial to charitable organizations as a whole.
Craig Brown, Owner
JustInTime Recruiting
The courses created by the Canadian Diversity Initiative are a great way to stay current with changing requirements related to human interaction. The world is changing very quickly and so must we volunteers related to our understanding of diversity and inclusion!
Teren Clarke, Former CEO
Vice President Alberta Coalition for Health
Timeline for Completion
This DEI training is self-paced. The time needed to complete the course will depend on your learning style and prior knowledge of the subject-matter. Most participants require approximately one hour.
Diversity and Inclusion for Volunteers
This course is designed for volunteer organizations with a duty to create a safe, respectful space for volunteers. It is self-paced, customizable, and aligned with Canadian requirements. Completion tracking and reporting are available through a free employer account.
$44.95/unit (employer discounts available)