Rank, Power and Privilege
- The current global and domestic landscape is such that concerns around issues related to diversity, fairness and equity are front of mind. While Race and Gender discrimination might be standout issues historically and currently, they remain part of a broader discussion around privilege, and exploring this within the context of the workplace, means unpacking these issues more holistically.
- In addition, the programme offers an opportunity for employees to develop their personal awareness in this area and to explore ways in which they can address inequities in their personal and professional contexts.
What will I Learn
Exploring concepts of Rank, Power and Privilege allows everyone to examine their rank and privilege relative to others, understanding the consequences of lack of Rank for some and corresponding power and responsibility for those with more Rank. This programme offers an understanding of these concepts and how they relate to Inclusivity and Fairness in the workplace as well as their relationship to principles of Equity and Dignity enshrined in our Constitution in South Africa. It provides a responsible and informed platform for employees to begin a dialogue on these topics in a way in which everyone is a player and an agent of change.
Outcomes
- Participants will be able to describe the different concepts of rank, power and privilege by unpacking these issues more holistically
- Participants will have an opportunity to interpret these concepts and how they relate to Inclusivity and Fairness in the workplace
- Participants will be able to examine their personal awareness in this area and to explore ways in which they can address inequities in their personal and professional contexts.
