Introduction to Belonging Training
In this two-part training, KU employee participants will engage in intrapersonal reflection, learn key concepts, and strengthen interpersonal engagement strategies for fostering belonging in their workplace.
The below pre-scheduled trainings are open to all KU and KU Medical Center employees. Groups may request an Introduction to Belonging session and/or other training content for their specific unit by contacting belonging@ku.edu.
*All Fall 2026 Introduction to Belonging trainings will be held virtually via Zoom. Please register for a session to receive meeting information.
PART 1 – Foundational Concepts
In Part 1, participants will be introduced to and explore key concepts, including but not limited to: belonging, psychological safety, social identities, and bias, through the lens of KU’s IRISE values.
Upcoming Open Sessions:
- Wednesday, October 28th, 2026 | 9:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M.
PART 2 – Discussion
Part 2 will be an opportunity for participants to revisit what they learned in Part 1 and further apply those lessons to their day-to-day interactions. In Part 2, participants and OCRTIX staff will explore options for intervening and practice engaging case studies – whether from participants’ experiences or provided scenarios.
Upcoming Open Sessions:
- Tuesday, November 17th, 2026 | 1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M.
- Wednesday, December 9th, 2026 | 9:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M.
Registration is required. Ensure you register for both Part 1: Foundational Concepts, and Part 2: Discussion. Individuals should not attend a Part 2 session unless they have completed Part 1.
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Kansas-sponsored events. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact the Office of Civil Rights & Title IX at civilrights@ku.edu as soon as possible.