Being an ally is an active and ongoing process, and action can be taken at all levels, such as challenging in the moment to supporting individuals who are on the receiving end of micro-incivilities and providing feedback to perpetrators of inappropriate behaviour. Allyship refers to the efforts of members of a privileged group to advance the interests of marginalised groups both in society at large and in particular social contexts such as universities and workplace.

Skillboosters’ new Allyship course will teach users how to be an ally, how allyship can help marginalised groups, how to use the “Open the Front Door” communication framework, and the importance of awareness, empathy, action and authenticity.

Allyship – Learning outcomes

The course will give a better understanding of:

• The minority and marginalised groups to whom we can be allies
• What it means to be an effective and inclusive ally
• The importance of awareness, empathy, action and authenticity when acting as an ally
• The different actions that allies can take to support people
• How to challenge inappropriate behaviour by using the ‘Open The Front Door’ communication framework
• The importance of taking on board feedback and learning from our mistakes when being an ally

This video-based course is available as a short firm or a micro-course.

Click here to learn more and try out the course.