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Becoming a DEI Ally and Agent for Change

Embrace workplace diversity through self-reflection and inclusive communication. Learn advocacy strategies and the RISE model to become a DEI ally and agent for change.

  • Skill level

    Beginner
  • Time to complete

    Approx. 1 hour
  • Certificate of completion

    Yes
  • Prerequisites

    None

About this course

To understand and appreciate diversity in the workplace, we must develop an understanding of ourselves and the diverse ways in which we view the world. Working in a diverse and inclusive workforce has many personal and professional benefits ranging from improved wellness and personal health to engagement and community and innovation and creativity. Equally important is the ability to leverage each of our unique talents, skills, and contributions. In this course, you'll explore strategies to help you become an advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion within the workplace. You'll learn to build awareness of your values and social perspective and recognize specific actions that can improve social and cultural aspects of DEI. You'll also learn about key concepts of allyship, methods to be a more inclusive communicator, and how to use the RISE model to become a DEI ally.

Learning objectives

  • Discover the key concepts covered in this course
  • Identify actions that build awareness of your values and social perspective
  • Recognize key concepts about allyship

How it works

Expert-led videos

In this course, you'll watch videos created by industry-leading experts for some of the biggest tech companies in the world. They'll cover key concepts, go through sample applications, prepare you for industry certifications, and more. Watch on any device — whenever and wherever you want — to learn at your own pace.

Why learn professional skills?

  • Stand out in your job search

    Tech jobs require more than just tech skills. Professional skills like collaboration, leadership, and emotional intelligence help you stand out to hiring managers.
  • Build towards the future

    According to the World Economic Forum, employees that build analytical and critical thinking skills will become increasingly valuable to employers.
  • Develop yourself (and your career)

    These types of non-technical skills are transferable and can be helpful in any role throughout your career.

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5 Unexpected Ways to Work on Your Soft Skills

Cory Stieg
Oct 20, 2023

When you’re learning to code to become a software developer, there are plenty of ways to practice concepts and frameworks outside of our courses and paths. Maybe you complete a project, build your portfolio website, or work through a code challenge, for example.  

The soft skills that you need as a developer — like being able to present ideas impactfully or strategize with stakeholders — are equally important, but a lot harder to practice. Even as an entry-level developer, you might be asked to reverse engineer a codebase, identify and solve a bug, or learn a new framework to meet a project’s requirements. All of this requires technical chops, of course, but career success is more than just technical skill development. You need to be able to solve problems, communicate effectively, and pay attention to details to get a job done.

In today’s AI-driven world, effective interpersonal and social skills will keep you a cut above. That’s why we’re offering exclusive soft skills training for Codecademy Pro and Plus members. Read on to learn more about these resources and ideas that will help you practice and improve your soft skills.

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  • Portfolio projects

    Create professional projects you can share with recruiters to showcase your skills and experience.
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    Evaluate how well you meet the requirements for any job description based on your skills and experience.
  • Certificate of completion

    Earn a document you can share with your network to prove that you’ve completed this course.