“Unconscious Bias” (Online)

This Qualifying Session is a lecture on the different types of unconscious bias and how it affects the protected characteristics in the workplace.

Speakers: Brie Stevens-Hoare QC, Brynmor Adams, Nadia Motraghi, Lennart Poulsen and Karen Kabweru-Namulemu

Themes: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Timings: 

5.45pm: Registration

6.00 pm until 7.30pm

Materials and Preparation: No preparation required

Learning Outcomes: At the end of this Qualifying Session students will be able to:

·        Recognise and understand the life experiences for those practising at the bar with protected characteristics.

·        Recognise processes and tools to minimize the effect of unconscious bias in the workplace.

·        Recognise the impact of this on practice and what might be done to reduce its effects and create an inclusive bar.

Professional Statement Reference: (Access the full Professional Statement for Barristers here)

2.3 : Be aware and active in the pursuit of equality and respect for diversity, not tolerating unlawful discrimination, in themselves or others.

3.3 : Respond appropriately to those from diverse backgrounds and to the needs and sensitivities created by individual circumstances.

3.4 : Treat all people with respect and courtesy, regardless of their background or circumstances.

Booking: Please book via the Online Booking System.

Cancellation Policy: Students should consider all bookings a professional commitment and should only book onto an event if they fully plan on attending. Once booked on, students will be unable to cancel and receive a refund other than in exceptional circumstances.

This event is a Qualifying Session.