Practical Approaches to Interrupting Bias in Recruitment & Hiring

Biases are common and often difficult to identify, but they can be interrupted through intentional and inclusive practices. This interactive workshop focuses on how bias manifests in recruitment and hiring processes and how individuals and groups can respond effectively.

Participants work through realistic scenarios in facilitated small groups and plenary discussion, practicing strategies to interrupt biased dynamics and outcomes while maintaining professional and collegial relationships. The workshop also explores both individual and organizational practices that can support more equitable decisions.

Learning Outcomes

• Recognize common manifestations of bias in recruitment and hiring contexts;
• Practice strategies to interrupt bias in real‑world scenarios;
• Identify personal and organizational practices that support fairer outcomes.

Audience

Hiring managers, hiring committee members, supervisors, HR professionals, leaders involved in people decisions