The Leadership Training Activity Book: 50 Exercises

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WALK IN ANOTHER’S SHOES

A Diversity Exercise


Overview of Activity


This activity is a hands-on way of practicing diversity in a group setting,
so that leaders will gain comfort and experience with the diverse worker
population in a real-world work environment.


Objectives


 To increase empathy for those who are different from ourselves.


 To provide the opportunity to increase understanding of other
people’s perspectives.


 To explore the role leaders play in honoring and respecting diversity.


Setting Up the Activity


GROUP SIZE
Up to twenty-five.


ESTIMATED TIME
1 hour


TRAINING METHODS
 Reflection
 Simulation

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