HR Tech Association

HR Tech Group was tasked with a sector-wide initiative to improve diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) in British Columbia.  Our goal was to increase the attraction, retention, and advancement of under-represented groups in skilled occupations in BC’s technology sector.  Through this multi-year project, we implemented several pilot diversity, inclusion and indigenization strategies.

As part of this project, Refinery was chosen to design, develop and deliver training programs for two distinct audiences:

1. Inclusive Leadership Program for HR or organizational leaders with an interest in fostering diversity and inclusion practises within their organization.
2. Inclusive Change Agent Program for leaders open to challenging their own perspectives and creating more productive and inclusive teams.

We chose Refinery because of their excellent reputation for providing deep experiential learning and their previous experience developing and delivering inclusive leadership training. They have proven to be a very professional and flexible partner, open to input and adjustments as we moved through the pilots.

Refinery delivered profound learning experiences.’

Stephanie Hollingshead

CEO

Great interactive activities. I though the day was going to be difficult being on one call all day but the frequent breaks and small group discussions made the time fly by.

There was so many valuable parts, I cannot choose just one.  I enjoyed the multi-levels of listening; I also enjoyed understanding privilege section.

Meeting other people who are aligned in a goal, but have different perspectives and understanding how to get there.

I will practice active listening in my one on ones, and pay more attention to my own bias and assumptions.

There was a good building of foundation and awareness.