Bridging the Gap is an evidence-based course designed to help individuals better understand identity, diversity, inclusion, bias, respect, and belonging within increasingly diverse communities. The course empowers participants to build self-awareness, strengthen interpersonal understanding, and contribute to safer, more inclusive environments.
Using evidence-based strategies and personalized learning techniques, Bridging the Gap provides individuals with an engaging learning experience focused on meaningful reflection and behavior change. The course encourages participants to examine personal assumptions, recognize implicit bias, and develop practical strategies for creating respectful and inclusive communities.
Bridging the Gap was developed to help schools, organizations, and communities strengthen inclusion efforts while promoting respect, empathy, and accountability. The course supports participants in understanding how identity, privilege, and bias can influence interactions and community culture while helping individuals develop the skills needed to advocate for inclusion and belonging.
After taking Bridging the Gap, the individual will be able to:
- Understand how global our communities really are
- Explain the concepts of identity, bias, and diversity
- Discuss the visible and invisible aspects of identity
- Become more self-aware about personal, implicit biases, and their negative impact on
relationships - Make a plan for addressing and reducing personal bias
- Understand the ways in which he or she is both privileged and challenged
- Understand the concept of inclusion and its basis in respect and compassion
- Discuss the issues of power and privilege
- Support and advocate for communities of respect
- Identify positive bystander actions that they can take to proactively create inclusive, safe
environments - Identify actions they can take to stand up against unjust and exclusive practices
- Understand the advantages that come from being a part of inclusive communities
When implemented effectively, Bridging the Gap helps organizations move beyond awareness training by encouraging empathy, accountability, and proactive community engagement. The course supports schools and organizations in promoting respectful interactions, reducing harmful behaviors, and fostering safer, more inclusive environments for all individuals.
Bridging the Gap is available in high school, college, and court versions. Head to 3rdmil.com to sign up or get more information today!
