From: Office for Equity and Accessibility
Throughout the year, the Office for Equity and Accessibility (OEA) offers interactive and educational workshops on Virginia Tech’s policies and procedures regarding anti-discrimination and anti-harassment, accommodations for individuals with disabilities, and affirmative action. OEA also offers conflict resolution workshops to strengthen communication and increase collaboration in the workplace.
The Compliance Workshop is required for all Virginia Tech employees every two years. The workshop introduces employees to important information, including the university's anti-harassment and anti-discrimination policies, federal civil rights laws, and complaint procedures. Additional topics in this interactive training include identifying implicit biases, understanding equity and equality, and creating inclusive work environments.
New employees must complete compliance training within 90 days of employment. The workshop is available for registration in the PageUp LMS as an on-demand module or a live, instructor-led training.
The Search Committee Charge Workshop is designed for members of search committees and other Virginia Tech stakeholders who may engage in recruitment and search processes. The workshop prepares participants to identify the university's search and selection process, recognize and comply with university and federal...
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