{"title":"Diversity","description":"\u003cp\u003eEquip your training and learning centers with a range of diversity lesson plans and tools that promote understanding of differences, build an appreciation of varying styles, improve emotional intelligence, foster communication, and establish trust. Tackling tough topics, like bullying and respect in the workplace, can be a daunting prospect, but our innovative diversity resources help to start important conversations, build relationships, and foster a culture of understanding and kindness. Have fun while creating a positive environment for all!\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"community-puzzle-individually-packaged","title":"Community Puzzle (56 pieces \/set)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuild community one piece at a time!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBreak the ice and build community spirit!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHOW IT WORKS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand out one puzzle to each group of participants, and ask them to illustrate their puzzle piece(s) with images that represent their company, role, values, challenges, or anything else. Creativity and pride will blossom when everyone sees how their piece contributes to the whole. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e56-piece puzzle includes 26 edges and 30 inside puzzle pieces; Overall puzzle measures  24” x 28”, but can be expanded infinitely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTHE PUZZLE PIECES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note the following piece sizes: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall pieces – 2\" x 3.125\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMedium pieces – 3.125\" x 5.125\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge pieces – 5.125\" x 5.125\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach puzzle comes packed like a jigsaw puzzle in a box, disassembled.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHere's how one customer used this great product! (Thanks to Vanessa Gomes!) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/2948\/3287\/files\/GACJP_commpuzzle.gif?v=1769432855\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese puzzles are also sold in bulk packages of 10. See #GACJPB.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hygloss Products, Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43479917690903,"sku":"GACJPS","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/2948\/3287\/files\/community-puzzle-56-pieces-set-teambuilding-645.webp?v=1778272225"},{"product_id":"diversity-thumball","title":"Diversity Thumball","description":"\u003cp\u003eLook under your thumb and share! Diversity Thumball is a playful tool for serious discussions. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe live in a diverse world. Some differences are visible, like skin color, gender, height or weight, physical challenges, and age. Others may not be visually apparent, but still affect how individuals feel or are treated: ethnicity, socio-economic position, sexual orientation, virginity, use or non-use of alcohol, allergies, intellect, depression, and other emotional diseases.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDiversity Thumball\u003c\/strong\u003e tackles a difficult topic with smarts and sensitivity. Thumball™ is a soft 6\" stuffed vinyl ball that looks like a cool soccer ball and has 32 panels pre-printed with questions suited for adults and teens. Safely toss it around in a group and ask participants to share their reaction to whatever prompt lies under their thumb.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/otD8UVxhD-I?list=PLEPEcBeueH7P72g5vKg3S8ec4MyrgmUpH\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3omZBJaeqt8?list=PLEPEcBeueH7P72g5vKg3S8ec4MyrgmUpH\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DP16XOHYr1M?rel=0\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDIVERSITY THUMBALL PROMPTS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the topic of diversity by chatting about these topics:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSources of your attitudes towards people unlike yourself\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperiences in which you felt like an outsider or shared an unpopular idea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImportant aspects of your identity that feel important\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigins and experiences with prejudice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWays to combat discrimination and make others feel included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBias based on gender, disabilities, age, race, sexual identity...\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e©Trainers Warehouse – Trainers Warehouse holds the copyright for this set of questions. Reproductions cannot be made without express approval.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #d1471b;\"\u003e[NOTE: Silver Series Conversation Prompts are available as \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/gamification-thumballs\" title=\"Icebreaker ball | conversation starters | trainers warehouse\" aria-label=\"Icebreaker ball | conversation starters | trainers warehouse\"\u003eThumballs\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/conversation-starters-unzip-it-pockets\" title=\"Unzip-it conversation decks – trainers warehouse\" aria-label=\"Unzip-it conversation decks – trainers warehouse\"\u003eUNZiP-IT! Pocket \u0026amp; Deck\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/conversation-starters-unzip-it-remote\" title=\"Unzip-it! Remote - trainers warehouse supplies\" aria-label=\"Unzip-it! Remote - trainers warehouse supplies\"\u003eVirtual\/Remote PPT\u003c\/a\u003e.]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFACILITATION TIP 1: EXPLAIN \u0026amp; SET GOALS\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduce the activity by explaining: \u003cem\u003e\"We live in a diverse world. Some differences are visible, like skin color, gender, height or weight, physical challenges, and age. Others may not be visually apparent, but still affect how individuals feel or are treated: ethnicity, socio-economic position, sexual orientation, addictions, abstinence, allergies, intellect, depression or other emotional disorders, etc. The goal is to understand each other better and start a dialogue.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFACILITATION TIP 2: SET GROUND RULES\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplain that conversations about diversity and bias can be emotionally charged. The goal is to share our experiences of feeling different or excluded and identify ways to create a more welcoming, diverse and compassionate community. So that everyone can feel safe, have the group set up their own Ground Rules. Here are some that you might want on the list:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnly one person speaks at a time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeak only for yourself; use “I” statements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo personal attacks – critique ideas, not people\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAgree to disagree; disagree without being disagreeable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eListen – make sure everyone feels heard and validated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBe positive and non-judgmental; open to new ideas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFACILITATION TIP 3: IF CONVERSATIONS GET STICKY\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpert diversity facilitators suggest these techniques to ease difficult or emotional situations:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePause the conversation so you can review the ground rules with the group.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs the facilitator, share how an experience made you feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAsk others how an experience made them feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf two parties disagree, suggest that they switch roles and make the counter argument.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep a flip chart of difficult topics that can be addressed later.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow attendees to volunteer their participation as they feel comfortable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAsk others for input on how they have handled similar situations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBe ready to share some of your own personal stories.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake a break. Stop for a while and regroup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThank participants for sharing their personal stories.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFACILITATION TIP 4: MAKE IT YOUR OWN!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave a look at all the discussion prompts. If you're not perfectly comfortable with all of them, feel free to pick and choose your favorites and write them onto a Create-Your-Own-Thumball so they suit your needs 100%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's what Miguel did and then he wrote to tell us how it went:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Our government client, who sat and watched our facilitation, was utterly impressed with the kinds of deep conversations the ball prompted. He admitted, ‘I wasn't really sure what you guys were going to do with that ball, and I must say it went pretty darn great'. It's a beautiful training tool. Thank you, again.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNOTE: This ball is part of Trainers Warehouse's exclusive Silver Series Thumballs.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMORE RESOURCES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/2948\/3287\/files\/Thumballs.pdf?v=1766483216\" title=\"Thumball Tips \u0026amp; Suggestions\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Visit a webpage about Thumball Tips \u0026amp; Suggestions\"\u003eTips \u0026amp; Suggestions on Facilitating Thumball Experiences\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/worksmart\/icebreaker-questions\" title=\"Getting to know you - how deep can you go? – trainers warehouse\" aria-label=\"Getting to know you - how deep can you go? – trainers warehouse\"\u003eHow Deep to Discuss\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/worksmart\/what-makes-good-question\" title=\"7 tips for formulating great questions – trainers warehouse\" aria-label=\"7 tips for formulating great questions – trainers warehouse\"\u003e7 Tips to formulate great questions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/worksmart\/tight-lips-at-work-its-time-to-unzip-it\" title=\"More tools for great conversations\" aria-label=\"More tools for great conversations\"\u003eMore tools for great conversations\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/worksmart\/whats-thumball-style\" title=\"Discover your thumball style\" aria-label=\"Discover your thumball style\"\u003eDiscover Your Thumball Style\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/2948\/3287\/files\/how-deep-can-you-go3.jpg?v=1766483046\" title=\"How Deep Can You Go? Thumball Infographic\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHow Deep to Discuss Infographic\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/2948\/3287\/files\/Signs-15.pdf?v=1766635787\" title=\"Ground Rule Signs\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Visit a webpage about Ground Rule Signs\"\u003eGround Rules Signs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/worksmart\/new-ground-rules\" title=\"Tips for facilitating difficult situations\" aria-label=\"Tips for facilitating difficult situations\"\u003eTips for facilitating difficult situations\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Elfsight Amazon Reviews | BLTHAD6 Diversity Thumball --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elfsight-app-f20781dd-b0e6-47b3-993b-41b3348caa5c\" data-elfsight-app-lazy=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Answers In Motion, LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43479928799255,"sku":"BLTHAD6","price":32.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/2948\/3287\/files\/diversity-thumball-572.webp?v=1778272801"},{"product_id":"ulead-cards","title":"ULEAD Cards","description":"\u003cp\u003eUse ULEAD cards to facilitate workshops, run group activities, conduct icebreaker activities, or just have fun. This multi-faceted 52-card deck has 12 different elements to assist with teaming, relationship building, debriefs, conversation and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElements include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotographic images\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLetters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmotions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAction words\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIcebreaker Questions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamous quotations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnimals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIconic images\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlaying Cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis deck will help energize your group, generate participation, manage change and overcome resistance, and ultimately inspire and motivate teams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSEE A DEMO\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRitch Hochstetler, of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/uleadinc.org\/contact-2\/\" title=\"Ulead\" aria-label=\"Visit a webpage about Ulead\"\u003eULead\u003c\/a\u003e, shares a handful of best practices to facilitate workshops, run group activities, conduct icebreaker activities, or just have fun. This unique facilitation tool helps groups build connections:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscover new activities for relational connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrow skills for brainstorming and co-creation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDraw out participants' personalities and passions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ZXTrq9YmjP8\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ULEAD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43479942823959,"sku":"RDULCD","price":23.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/2948\/3287\/files\/ulead-cards-conversation-deck-656.webp?v=1778269851"},{"product_id":"the-eq-game","title":"The EQ Game","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis amazing Emotional Intelligence Activity lets players practice emotional intelligence skills! Take turns picking one of the \u003cstrong\u003eEQ Game\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 Situation Cards and reading it aloud. The fun and learning begin when players choose a Self-Awareness Card that describes how they're feeling, then select a few EQ Skills Cards (Self-Management, Social Awareness, or Relationship Skills) that might help them deal with the sticky situation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOVERVIEW OF THE EQ GAME\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePURPOSE\u003c\/strong\u003e: The purpose of the EQ game is to provide practice in emotional intelligence skills. Players pick a situation card, read it aloud, then play a Self-Awareness Card AND one or more EQ Skills Cards. After playing a round, players can discuss practical solutions to the situation, then score the round.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePLAYERS\u003c\/strong\u003e: The game can be played by up to 8 people\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTIME\u003c\/strong\u003e: Expect to play for 30-60 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEQ GAME PARTS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSituation Cards (50\/deck):\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-Awareness\/Self-Management focused situation, followed by 2 questions;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSocial Awareness \/ Relationship Skills situation, followed by 4 questions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eResponse Cards:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-Awareness Cards (54 cards)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEQ Skills Cards (60 color-coded cards for Self-Management, Social Awareness, and Relationship Skills)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor trainers who may want a quick activity for a larger group of up to 25 participants, the Situation Cards can be used by themselves. The game has enough Situation Cards for up to 25 people, who can work in groups of 4-6 to discuss the situations described on the cards and figure out the emotionally intelligent way to respond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePLAYING THE EQ GAME\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore playing, explain the model to the group by saying, \"It takes emotional intelligence to deal successfully with these situations. We'll learn the EQ basics in four key areas, below.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" width=\"174\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelf-Awareness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" width=\"210\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSocial Awareness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" width=\"174\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelf-Management\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" width=\"210\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRelationship Management\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGive each participant a Situation Card\u003c\/strong\u003e. Ask:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave you ever been in this or a similar situation?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat do you need to do to handle this kind of situation?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduce each competency and facilitate a discussion using these questions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-Awareness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ask the group: What are some strong feelings you've experienced recently? What were the circumstances? Are you always aware of what you are feeling?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engage the group in a discussion of any of the following topics: How to you bounce back after a setback (resilience)? How to you manage your feelings and resources in a difficult situation? How do you get started on a difficult project (initiative)? How to you maintain a positive outlook as much as possible? How do you control your disruptive emotions and impulses?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSocial Awareness: \u003c\/strong\u003eEngage the class in a discussion of empathy—what makes it the foundation of social awareness and how we can empathize.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelationship Management: \u003c\/strong\u003eExplain that the key to managing relationships well is flexibility, calmness, kindness, and clarity. Engage the class in discussion about where they have seen others be flexible, calm, kind, and clear. Ask for specific examples.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlay\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe EQ Game.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMORE RESOURCES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/2948\/3287\/files\/Signs-15.pdf?v=1766635787\" title=\"Ground rules signs\" aria-label=\"Ground rules signs\"\u003eGround Rules Signs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/worksmart\/new-ground-rules\" title=\"New ground rules for work – trainers warehouse\" aria-label=\"New ground rules for work – trainers warehouse\"\u003eTips for facilitating difficult situations\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Caughran Associates LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43479944888343,"sku":"GAMEEQ","price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/2948\/3287\/files\/the-eq-game-teambuilding-909.webp?v=1778270195"},{"product_id":"unzip-it-with-diversity-conversation-card-deck","title":"UNZIP-it! with Diversity Conversation Deck","description":"\u003ch3\u003eUNZIP-it!™ AND TALK ABOUT TOPICS THAT MATTER!\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's time to open up the conversation and talk about the unspeakable! Pop a bunch of pertinent questions into the UNZIP-it!™ zipper mouth and pass the pouch from player to player. Unzip the playful pocket and pull out a discussion topic to spark conversation and build relationships. Invite recipients to pull out a topic, read it to the group and respond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStuff the pocket with the deck of 30 pre-printed cards. Each deck contains the same prompts as its namesake Thumball (you can customize any blank cards with your own discussion prompts).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUNZIP-it!™ WITH A DIVERSITY DECK\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Diversity deck is \u003cspan\u003efun training tool that tackles a difficult topic with smarts and sensitivity. \u003cspan\u003eWe live in a diverse world with many differences that are visible, like skin color, gender, height or weight, physical challenges and age. Many other differences may not be visually apparent, but still affect how individuals feel or are treated: ethnicity, socio-economic position, sexual orientation, virginity, use or non-use of alcohol, allergies, intellect, depression and other emotional diseases.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e (Click on the card images to see the prompts)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePocket: 8” x 6”\u003cbr\u003eCards: 3.5” x 2.5”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDIVERSITY CONVERSATION PROMPTS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the topic of diversity by chatting about these topics:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSources of your attitudes towards people unlike yourself\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperiences in which you felt like an outsider or shared an unpopluar idea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImportant aspects of your identity that feel important\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigins and experiences with prejudice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWays to combat discrimination and make others feel included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBias based on gender, disabilities, age, race, sexual identity...\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTHE INSCRIPTION SETS THE STAGE FOR SHARING\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFeeling shy about speaking out? \u003cbr\u003eOr, not sure what to talk about?\u003cbr\u003eIt's easy now to start the flow,\u003cbr\u003eAnd have discussions bloom and grow. \u003cbr\u003eUnzip the pouch and pick a topic, \u003cbr\u003eBig and broad, or microscopic, \u003cbr\u003eA prompt that doesn't dig too deep,\u003cbr\u003eOr one that makes you take a leap. \u003cbr\u003eGo ahead, reach in and pick it, \u003cbr\u003eRead the prompt and then UNZIP-it!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #d1471b;\"\u003e[NOTE: Silver Series Conversation Prompts are available as \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/gamification-thumballs\" title=\"Icebreaker ball | conversation starters | trainers warehouse\" aria-label=\"Icebreaker ball | conversation starters | trainers warehouse\"\u003eThumballs\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/conversation-starters-unzip-it-pockets\" title=\"Unzip-it conversation decks – trainers warehouse\" aria-label=\"Unzip-it conversation decks – trainers warehouse\"\u003eUNZiP-IT! 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Reproductions cannot be made without express approval.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMORE RESOURCES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/2948\/3287\/files\/Signs-15.pdf?v=1766635787\" title=\"Ground rules signs\" aria-label=\"Ground rules signs\"\u003eGround Rules Signs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/worksmart\/new-ground-rules\" title=\"New ground rules for work – trainers warehouse\" aria-label=\"New ground rules for work – trainers warehouse\"\u003eTips for facilitating difficult situations\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SHUFFLEDINK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43479945478167,"sku":"BLZPAD","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/2948\/3287\/files\/unzip-it-with-diversity-conversation-deck-853.webp?v=1778270460"},{"product_id":"unzip-it-remote-w-diversity-prompts","title":"UNZiP-it! 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Read the poem and pick a question:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFeeling shy about speaking out?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eOr, not sure what to talk about?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eIt's easy now to start the flow,\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnd have discussions bloom and grow.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick the button below to pick a topic,\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eBig and broad, or microscopic,\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eA prompt that doesn't dig too deep,\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eOr one that makes you take a leap.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eGo ahead, just press to pick it,\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eRead the prompt and then UNZiP-it!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDIVERSITY PROMPTS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the topic of diversity by chatting about these topics:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSources of your attitudes towards people unlike yourself\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperiences in which you felt like an outsider or shared an unpopluar idea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImportant aspects of your identity that feel important\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigins and experiences with prejudice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWays to combat discrimination and make others feel included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBias based on gender, disabilities, age, race, sexual identity...\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Diversity prompts \u003cspan\u003etackle a difficult topic with smarts and sensitivity. \u003cspan\u003eConversations about diversity and bias can be emotionally charged. 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Read the poem and pick a question:  \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFeeling shy about speaking out?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eOr, not sure what to talk about?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eIt's easy now to start the flow,\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnd have discussions bloom and grow.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick the button below to pick a topic,\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eBig and broad, or microscopic,\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eA prompt that doesn't dig too deep,\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eOr one that makes you take a leap.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eGo ahead, just press to pick it,\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eRead the prompt and then UNZiP-it!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eVERSATILE DIVERSITY-EQUITY \u0026amp; INCLUSION PROMPTS include...\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Diversity prompts \u003cspan\u003etackle a difficult topic with smarts and sensitivity. \u003cspan\u003eConversations about diversity and bias can be emotionally charged. The goal is to share experiences of feeling different or excluded and identify ways to create a more welcoming, diverse and compassionate community. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdentity - \u003c\/strong\u003eshare aspects of your identity that affect your life\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExperiences - \u003c\/strong\u003ediscuss times you felt belonging, targetted, micro-agression, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOur community - \u003c\/strong\u003econsider organizational initiatives to promote inclusion\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUs vs Them thinking - \u003c\/strong\u003eidentify allies who are alike or different from yourself\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrivilege and Power - \u003c\/strong\u003eexplore concepts of power dynamics, privilege, and oppression\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDEI Today - \u003c\/strong\u003ediscuss current dynamics that influence people's participation in DEI efforts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePRESENTATION FORMAT\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe PowerPoint file is saved as a \"pptm\" file, containing a Macro. 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The DEI Thumball, a favorite diversity and inclusion game, tackles a difficult topic with smarts and sensitivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter all, building community and culture by understanding our individual identities and differences isn’t just nice-to-do. It’s our shared responsibility. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are critical to creating high-performing, supportive, and engaging workplaces. Unfortunately, many leaders are unsure about how to have conversations about these sensitive topics and then how to transform the discussions and intent into action. Like other diversity training SMEs, make this diversity training game a core component of your next DEI training event!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe D-E-I Thumball helps team leaders, teachers, and managers have safe and constructive conversations about identity, experiences with racism, community challenges, privilege and power, as well as ways to promote tolerance and feelings of belonging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to the 31 conversation prompts contained on the Thumball, you’ll find FACILITATION TIPS and a GLOSSARY of common DEI terms in the packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany people worry about saying the wrong thing during DEI conversations. As a result, these important conversations often don’t happen. The DEI Thumball is loaded with poignant conversation prompts about identity, experiences, community, us-versus-them thinking, privilege and power, and DEI in today’s world. Each prompt, vetted by diversity experts, is phrased to promote positive conversation and shared understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThumball™ is a soft 6\" stuffed vinyl ball that looks like a cool soccer ball. Its panels are pre-printed with questions suited for adults and teens. Safely toss it around in a group and ask participants to share their reaction to whatever prompt lies under their thumb. Looking for more DEI resources? Try the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/diversity-thumball\/\" title=\"Diversity thumball icebreaker toy for class - 6’’ vinyl ball – trainers warehouse\" aria-label=\"Diversity thumball icebreaker toy for class - 6’’ vinyl ball – trainers warehouse\"\u003eDiversity Thumball\u003c\/a\u003e or the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/unzip-it-remote-w-dei-prompts\/\" title=\"Dei conversation prompts in a convenient powerpoint – trainers warehouse\" aria-label=\"Dei conversation prompts in a convenient powerpoint – trainers warehouse\"\u003eDEI Remote UNZIP-it\u003c\/a\u003e that lets you have great conversations during online learning events as well!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFEATURES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e31 prompts about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6\" ball is safe to toss indoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConversation prompts vetted by industry experts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFacilitation notes included in packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlossary of common DEI terms in packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVERSATILE DIVERSITY-EQUITY \u0026amp; INCLUSION PROMPTS include...\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdentity - \u003c\/strong\u003eshare aspects of your identity that affect your life\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperiences - \u003c\/strong\u003ediscuss times you felt belonging, targeted, micro-aggression, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur community - \u003c\/strong\u003econsider organizational initiatives to promote inclusion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUs vs Them thinking - \u003c\/strong\u003eidentify allies who are alike or different from yourself\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrivilege and Power - \u003c\/strong\u003eexplore concepts of power dynamics, privilege, and oppression\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDEI Today - \u003c\/strong\u003ediscuss current dynamics that influence people's participation in DEI efforts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e©Trainers Warehouse 2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e©Trainers Warehouse – Trainers Warehouse holds the copyright for this set of questions. Reproductions cannot be made without express approval.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFACILITATION TIPS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTIP 1: Create a safe environment – \u003c\/strong\u003eBeyond sharing your goals and wishes for open dialogue, discuss ways in which the group can create “psychological safety.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecognize that everyone joins the conversation with unique experiences and knowledge. Embrace players’ needs to \u003cstrong\u003epass\u003c\/strong\u003e on a question or \u003cstrong\u003eask\u003c\/strong\u003e for explanations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcknowledge the difficulty in sharing personal information and offer support. Use “\u003cstrong\u003eOUCH\u003c\/strong\u003e” signs, to indicate personal hurt or express empathy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eListen and ask\u003c\/strong\u003e questions to understand and empathize, \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e to defend, debate, or rationalize.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTIP 2: Set ground rules together – \u003c\/strong\u003ePlayers are more likely to abide by ground rules if they help define them. The group’s list will likely look something like this:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne person speaks at a time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeak for yourself; Use “I” statements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeek understanding by asking for clarification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCritique ideas, not people\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAgree to disagree. Disagree without being disagreeable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eListen and validate other players\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBe open to new ideas, not judgmental\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTIP 3: Be prepared if conversations get sticky –\u003c\/strong\u003e Equip yourself with a few techniques to ease emotional situations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRevert to the ground rules, as needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpress how situations make you feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf parties disagree, suggest they switch roles and make the counter argument\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep a “parking lot” of difficult topics to be addressed later\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShare your own personal stories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake a break and regroup later\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThank participants for sharing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTIP 4: Establish a shared vocabulary\u003c\/strong\u003e – Define common terms in the DEI world’s evolving lexicon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlly \/ Allyship\u003c\/strong\u003e: Someone who supports a group other than one’s own\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-Racist\u003c\/strong\u003e: a person who opposes racism and promotes racial equality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBIPOC\u003c\/strong\u003e: An acronym used to refer to Black, Indigenous and People of Color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConversation across difference\u003c\/strong\u003e: open discussions about peoples’ different beliefs and backgrounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicro-Aggression\u003c\/strong\u003e: Verbal or nonverbal slights which communicate derogatory or negative messages to target persons. i.e. “You are a credit to your race.” “I jewed him down.” “Why are you so loud\/quiet?”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePsychological safety\u003c\/strong\u003e: refers to an environment in which team players can take risks without fear of retribution or negative consequences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnconscious Bias\u003c\/strong\u003e: stereotypes about certain groups of people that form outside individuals’ conscious awareness. Common biases are based on gender, race, weight, ageism, beauty, name, height, etc.; i.e. consider this riddle: a father and son are in a horrible car crash that kills the dad. The son is rushed to the hospital; just as he’s about to go under the knife, the surgeon says, “I can’t operate—that boy is my son!” How can this be? The surgeon is the boy’s mother\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNOTE: This ball is part of Trainers Warehouse's exclusive Silver Series Thumballs.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e©Trainers Warehouse 2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMORE RESOURCES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Thumball Tips \u0026amp; Suggestions\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/2948\/3287\/files\/Thumballs.pdf?v=1766483216\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Visit a webpage about Thumball Tips \u0026amp; Suggestions\"\u003eTips \u0026amp; Suggestions on Facilitating Thumball Experiences\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/worksmart\/icebreaker-questions\" title=\"How deep to discuss\" aria-label=\"How deep to discuss\"\u003eHow Deep to Discuss\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/worksmart\/what-makes-good-question\" title=\"7 tips to formulate great questions\" aria-label=\"7 tips to formulate great questions\"\u003e7 Tips to formulate great questions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/worksmart\/tight-lips-at-work-its-time-to-unzip-it\" title=\"More tools for great conversations\" aria-label=\"More tools for great conversations\"\u003eMore tools for great conversations\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/worksmart\/whats-thumball-style\" title=\"Discover your thumball style\" aria-label=\"Discover your thumball style\"\u003eDiscover Your Thumball Style\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"How Deep Can You Go? Thumball Infographic\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/2948\/3287\/files\/how-deep-can-you-go3.jpg?v=1766483046\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHow Deep to Discuss Infographic\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Ground Rule Signs\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/2948\/3287\/files\/Signs-15.pdf?v=1766635787\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Visit a webpage about Ground Rule Signs\"\u003eGround Rules Signs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/worksmart\/new-ground-rules\" title=\"Tips for facilitating difficult situations\" aria-label=\"Tips for facilitating difficult situations\"\u003eTips for facilitating difficult situations\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Answers In Motion, LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43479964647447,"sku":"BLTHAI6","price":32.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/2948\/3287\/files\/dei-thumball-210.webp?v=1778273241"},{"product_id":"diversity-and-dei-thumball-set","title":"Diversity and DEI Thumball Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eLook under your thumb and share! Use the Diversity and DEI Thumballs to playful explore serious topics. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe live in a diverse world. Some differences are visible, like skin color, gender, height or weight, physical challenges, and age. Others may not be visually apparent, but still affect how individuals feel or are treated: ethnicity, socio-economic position, sexual orientation, use or non-use of alcohol, allergies, intellect, depression, and other emotional diseases. Trainers Warehouse's Silver Series Thumballs focusing on DEI explore both personal connections to the topic and organizational initiatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVETTED BY EXPERTS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery prompt in our Diversity and DEI Thumballs has been reviewed by seasoned diversity trainers, with the understanding that not everyone using these balls will be an expert facilitator in this topic. Each prompt was designed with the goal of enabling individuals to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeak for themselves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThink about their own identity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsider their own experiences in feeling like an outsider\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplore the origins of their thoughts about diversity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsider ways they can show empathy and create a welcoming environment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDIVERSITY THUMBALL\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiversity Thumball, \u003c\/strong\u003eoriginally introduced by Trainers Warehouse in 2015, has gone through a few revisions since its inception. It tackles a difficult topic with smarts and sensitivity. Use the prompts to explore the topic of diversity by chatting about these topics:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSources of your attitudes towards people unlike yourself\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperiences in which you felt like an outsider or shared an unpopular idea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImportant aspects of your identity that feel important\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigins and experiences with prejudice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWays to combat discrimination and make others feel included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBias based on gender, disabilities, age, race, sexual identity...\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eD-E-I THUMBALL\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eD-E-I Thumball\u003c\/strong\u003e has a bit of a different bent. We wanted to push a little further to enable team leaders, teachers, and managers to have safe and constructive conversations about identity, experiences with racism, community challenges, privilege and power. We wanted to expand the set of discussion prompts to promote greater tolerance and feelings of belonging. Ultimately, we decided there was \"room\" for two complementary diversity-focused Thumballs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat's on the ball? Many people worry about saying the wrong thing during DEI conversations. As a result, these important conversations often don’t happen. Each prompt on this Thumball is phrased to promote positive conversation and shared understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdentity - \u003c\/strong\u003eshare aspects of your identity that affect your life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExperiences - \u003c\/strong\u003ediscuss times you felt belonging, targeted, micro-aggression, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOur community - \u003c\/strong\u003econsider organizational initiatives to promote inclusion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUs vs Them thinking - \u003c\/strong\u003eidentify allies who are alike or different from yourself\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrivilege and Power - \u003c\/strong\u003eexplore concepts of power dynamics, privilege, and oppression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDEI Today - \u003c\/strong\u003ediscuss current dynamics that influence people's participation in DEI efforts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTHUMBALL FEATURES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eEach Thumball™ is a soft 6\" stuffed vinyl ball that looks like a cool soccer ball and has 31 panels pre-printed with questions suited for adults and teens. Safely toss it around in a group and ask participants to share their reaction to whatever prompt lies under their thumb.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePHYSICALLY SAFE: 6\" ball is safe to toss indoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e31 PROMPTS: With so much content, if someone wants to choose a favorite question... why not?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEMOTIONALLY SAFE: Conversation prompts are vetted by industry experts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTIPS: The packaging includes facilitation notes to help ensure that the experience is positive for everyone. In addition to tips, ground rules, and what to do if situations get sticky, the DEI Thumball includes a glossary of common terminology.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e©Trainers Warehouse – Trainers Warehouse holds the copyright for this set of questions. Reproductions cannot be made without express approval.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWATCH THEM IN ACTION\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eView these videos to see how to use our Thumballs and have a conversation about Diversity and Inclusion:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/otD8UVxhD-I?list=PLEPEcBeueH7P72g5vKg3S8ec4MyrgmUpH\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3omZBJaeqt8?list=PLEPEcBeueH7P72g5vKg3S8ec4MyrgmUpH\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DP16XOHYr1M?rel=0\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFACILITATION TIPS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFACILITATION TIP 1: EXPLAIN \u0026amp; SET GOALS\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduce the activity by explaining: \u003cem\u003e\"We live in a diverse world. Some differences are visible, like skin color, gender, height or weight, physical challenges and age. Others may not be visually apparent, but still affect how individuals feel or are treated: ethnicity, socio-economic position, sexual orientation, addictions, abstinence, allergies, intellect, depression or other emotional disorders, etc. The goal is to understand each other better and start a dialogue.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFACILITATION TIP 2: SET GROUND RULES\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplain that conversations about diversity and bias can be emotionally charged. The goal is to share our experiences of feeling different or excluded and identify ways to create a more welcoming, diverse and compassionate community. So that everyone can feel safe, have the group set up their own Ground Rules. Here are some that you might want on the list:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnly one person speaks at a time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeak only for yourself; use “I” statements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo personal attacks – critique ideas, not people\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAgree to disagree; disagree without being disagreeable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eListen – make sure everyone feels heard and validated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBe positive and non-judgmental; open to new ideas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFACILITATION TIP 3: IF CONVERSATIONS GET STICKY\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpert diversity facilitators suggest these techniques to ease difficult or emotional situations:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePause the conversation so you can review the ground rules with the group.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs the facilitator, share how an experience made you feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAsk others how an experience made them feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf two parties disagree, suggest that they switch roles and make the counter argument.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep a flip chart of difficult topics that can be addressed later.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow attendees to volunteer their participation as they feel comfortable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAsk others for input on how they have handled similar situations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBe ready to share some of your own personal stories.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake a break. 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Have every participant illustrate a piece with their goals, interests, interpretations, personal history, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThink of your Community Mosaic as a quilt for all ages. The pieces fit together any-which-way, making this fun for small groups or huge ones!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite participants to decorate their puzzle piece in their own style and in accordance with your preferred theme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTRAINING \u0026amp; FACILITATION IDEAS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA few of our customers shared these applications and ideas:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave participants \"decorate\" their piece to reflect a strength (a leadership strength, facilitation strength, something they're good at, etc. Use those either at the start of your session as a means of introducing participants to each other, or at the end of a session, as a feel-good closer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsider including 6 qualities or functions on each piece -- one on each prong, and discuss how each of those could impact others in the group.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMove the pieces around like gears to remind groups of how different aspects and\/or contributions can affect or \"roll off\" on others.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo explore the interdependence of different roles, functions, or individuals, illustrate each on mosaic piece. Have groups discuss how those roles \"touch\" and impact many others. Revolve them like gears to appreciate the many others they might impact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrganize and reorganize the pieces to discuss where individuals see themselves in the team or organization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCOMMUNITY MOSAIC TESSELLATION FEATURES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome call the interlocking shapes \"puzzle pieces.\" Others think of them as flowers or snowflakes. Whatever you call them, the set features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e43 interlocking shapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvery piece fits together with every other piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUncoated surface takes all sorts of markers (even watercolors), without smudging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividual pieces measures about 3.5\" wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFILL 'EM UP WITH ANY MARKERS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can use any sort of markers, crayons, glitter, etc. The more colorful, the better. You'll want to remind participants that the mosaic will look best if everyone decorates the whole surface of their piece, including the tabs that stick out the sides of each piece. If participants would like to practice their artwork or try different ideas, encourage them to trace the shape onto a sheet of paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA PUZZLE AS BIG AS YOUR GROUP!\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like symmetry, these layouts show several possible configurations using 36 to 43 pieces. For larger projects just keep adding pieces to reach the desired size. This unique tesselation can increase in size infinitely!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGET GREATIVE!\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommunity Mosaics are creative and colorful reflection of your cohort! 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It can be used with any of these common frameworks, to deepen learning while having some fun. Help players understand different styles, grow familiar with new terminology, practice categorizing qualities and characteristics as personality types, and consider how to draw out the benefits of each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fact, the ball was made silver and white so that it can align with ANY COLOR-TYPE FRAMEWORK!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEXPLORE A RANGE OF QUALITIES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll find personality qualities that correlate with a variety of \"types\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDECISIVE, COMPETITIVE, PERSISTENT, ASSERTIVE, GOAL-ORIENTED, EXTRAVERTED\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCHARISMATIC, OPTIMISTIC, PURSUASIVE, AFFABLE, INVENTIVE, TALKATIVE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRELIABLE, STEADY, EMPATHETIC, COOPERATIVE, FRIENDLY, INTROVERTED\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDATA-DRIVEN, ANALYTICAL, FUTURISTIC, ORGANIZED, OBJECTIVE, THOROUGH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCREATIVE, RESILIENT, SWIFT, VISIONARY, JUGGLER\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFACILITATION SUGGESTIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDownload a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/2948\/3287\/files\/Discovering-Styles-Show-Share.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Slide deck\" aria-label=\"Visit a webpage about Slide deck\"\u003eslide deck\u003c\/a\u003e from our recent Show and Share event for more facilitation notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet up the experience by explaining that “similarity bias” is an unconscious bias that causes us to show preference for people who are like us. However, teams with a broad spectrum of perspectives and characteristics have been shown to outperform more homogeneous groups. By using the Profiles and Styles Thumball, you hope to expand the group’s understanding of different personality characteristics and types. Together you’ll explore how individuals with different qualities can intersect, balance each other, and improve team performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGAME 1: \u003cstrong\u003eFOCUS ON ONE SINGLE QUESTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose one question for players to answer when they catch the ball and look at the quality under their thumb. For instance, you might have them answer:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow could you use this quality in a positive way?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow can you support or encourage this quality?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow can you best work with someone with this quality?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy is this quality important to our organization?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhich of our personality type(s)\/styles encompasses this quality?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn what situations might this quality\/characteristic be most effective?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat happens if this quality is exaggerated…\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow might someone with this quality manage conflict?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGAME 2: ROUND ROBIN\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn each round of play, answer a different question regarding the qualities on the Thumball. i.e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRound 1: “Catch the ball, look under your thumb, read the prompt aloud and answer: \u003cstrong\u003eHow could this quality be used in a positive way?”\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRound 2: “Catch the ball, look under your thumb, read the prompt aloud and answer: \u003cstrong\u003eWhat happens if this quality is exaggerated…”\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGAME 3: TEAM PLAY\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLine up 2 teams opposite each other. The receiving team will catch the ball, read the QUALITY (the word in all caps) and quiz the other team on any one of these:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA description or example of what that quality might look like at work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith which style “type(s)” might the quality be associated (i.e. “dominant”; “intuitive”; “spirited,” etc.) NOTE: the “type” should correspond with the specific assessment tool the facilitator has introduced.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA colleague\/teammate or famous person who is strong in this style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGAME 4: STYLE PAIRS\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLook under both thumbs and consider how those two qualities might interact. Answer:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow might those characteristics balance or complement each other?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat challenges might arise when these two qualities merge?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFACILITATOR SUGGESTIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur customer, CPTD-certified Kimberly Robinson, shared these facilitation notes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor the first activity\u003c\/strong\u003e, I gave these instructions: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerson \u003cstrong data-test-ql-hashtag=\"true\" class=\"ql-hashtag\"\u003e#1\u003c\/strong\u003e (Person holding the ball): Looks at where their thumb is placed. Shares the quality and description on the ball.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerson \u003cstrong data-test-ql-hashtag=\"true\" class=\"ql-hashtag\"\u003e#2\u003c\/strong\u003e (to the right): Gives an example of what that quality might look like at work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerson \u003cstrong data-test-ql-hashtag=\"true\" class=\"ql-hashtag\"\u003e#3\u003c\/strong\u003e (next person): Identifies with which style type this quality might be associated (Drive, Influence, Support, Clarity).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerson \u003cstrong data-test-ql-hashtag=\"true\" class=\"ql-hashtag\"\u003e#4\u003c\/strong\u003e (final person): Identifies a colleague\/teammate (or famous person) who is strong in this style.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBonus: If someone else is strong in this style, speak up, so others know about another one of your gifts!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor the Style Pairs activity\u003c\/strong\u003e, after each person caught the ball and shared the qualities, the answered both questions: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow might those characteristics balance or complement each other?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat challenges might arise when these two qualities merge?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e©Trainers Warehouse – Trainers Warehouse holds the copyright for this set of questions. 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