Training Workshops & Masterclasses

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Sonali designs and delivers actionable and engaging half-day workshops and short Masterclasses for leaders and teams on leading with inclusion, raising diversity and inclusion awareness, creating psychological safety and advancing women into leadership.

All learning content can be delivered as an online, live workshop for virtual participants.

Sonali’s learning approach is informed by research and brought to life with her engaging storytelling and rich cultural and leadership experiences. She often hears how her workshops take people by surprise because they weren’t expecting to feel as engaged, thoughtful and energised on a topic most people are hesitant to discuss. That is something you can be assured of when you invite Sonali to speak or train for an audience of any size.

Leading with Inclusion

Raising D&I Awareness at Work

Creating Psychological Safety in Teams

Cultivating Team Inclusion and Belonging

Developing Visible Women Leaders

Consider one of these popular workshops that have attracted hundreds of participants so far.
Please talk to us if you are looking for a customised workshop on a related topic.

1. Leading with Inclusion

Leading effectively in a diverse workplace requires leaders to view their competence through the lens of inclusion and empathy. This workshop can enable leaders to leverage differences and lead with inclusion and belonging for better decision-making, higher collaboration and more innovation. Learn how your leadership can be more inclusive.

What participants will learn

  • Discover the key people benefits of leading with inclusion
  • Know how to lead differences with inclusion and belonging
  • Recognise and interrupt key decision-making biases
  • Learn practical skills to lead with inclusion and belonging

2. Raising D&I Awareness at Work

Team leaders and their teams can benefit from being on the same page on what Diversity and Inclusion mean at work. Building awareness of workplace diversity can raise their confidence to respond with accountability, empathy, engagement and inclusion. This workshop will raise awareness, facilitate team conversations and help activate inclusion.

What participants will learn

  • Strengthen inclusion and diversity awareness at work
  • Deepen understanding of the purpose and benefits of D&I
  • Discover everyday biases and how to interrupt them
  • Learn inclusive communication practices that work

3. Creating Psychological Safety in Teams

When teams can feel psychologically safe at the workplace, engagement, commitment and team performance begin to rise. Safety allows a team to take interpersonal risks without fearing judgement or rejection. Learn to take actions that instil psychological safety and help your people to be fully present and engaged at work, and use their best talents.

What participants will learn

  • Know what psychologically safe teams look like
  • Clarify your role as a leader in creating safety
  • Understand why safety fuels higher performance
  • Strategies to create psychological safety at work

4. Cultivating Team Inclusion & Belonging

Teams need a culture that supports mutual differences at work and thrives with respect, safety, empathy, courage, curiosity, humility and accountability – all ingredients of inclusive teams. It’s vital for teams and their leaders to develop awareness and appreciation of differences, so everyone can belong and feel like they are seen, heard and that they matter.

What participants will learn

  • Discover and appreciate each other’s strategic differences
  • Support the team to engage with respect and confidence
  • Learn inclusive communication to drive team belonging
  • Promote psychological safety to tap into mutual strengths

5. Developing Visible Women Leaders

Women can often face different challenges than men as they navigate their career progression and step into leadership. Organisational cultures and gender norms also affect the way women are expected to achieve leadership outcomes at work. This workshop uses researched outcomes to help professional women strengthen their leadership visibility.

What participants will learn

  • Clarify one’s leadership visibility and intentions at work
  • Learn to communicate professional value and stay visible
  • Rediscover and reframe your sense of confidence
  • Know how to connect and grow your leadership influence

CONTACT US:

Here are all the reasons you can get in touch and explore work areas where Sonali’s involvement could benefit the organisation. Thank you!

 

  • Facilitate a training workshop or a masterclass
  • Know more about consulting on a D&I project
  • Learn more about a leadership coaching engagement
  • Explore our online and self-paced courses
  • Invite for a keynote or to speak at an internal event
  • Request media contributions on relevant topics
 

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Client Testimonials

I recommend Sonali D'silva for designing and developing inclusive leadership development programs. Sonali supported Arup to present a seven-module program across Southeast Asia - opening hearts and minds to the leadership qualities and behaviours which enable inclusive teams.
Abbie W.
Abbie W.D&I Associate, Arup
I can unhesitatingly provide a high recommendation for Sonali. She has advanced skills and knowledge in designing and facilitating leadership programs for a range of audiences. Sonali has been a part of our panel of expert facilitators and delivered successful leadership programs for our clients with high praise. I especially appreciate her ability to quickly and effectively understand learner needs and adapt her approach to meet those needs - ensuring that participants not only develop their knowledge, skills and confidence but apply their learning. Sonali has genuine curiosity and passion for learning, asks the right questions, listens keenly, and always delivers to an exceptional standard.
Joanna C.
Joanna C.Fmr. Programs Manager, PACE at University of Adelaide
Sonali presented at Beyond Bank Australia ‘In Conversations with D&I” speaking about the topic of Inclusion to our employees. She is an inspiring presenter who speaks authentically, sharing numerous personal experiences around the topic of Inclusion and giving simple practical strategies for our employees to adopt in their day-to-day life. Sonali not only spoke wholeheartedly about the topic but she clearly role modelled inclusion throughout the presentation ensuring that she was inclusive with all individuals through the various forms of technology that were used to deliver her message. We will certainly continue to work with Sonali in our business for future D&I Initiatives.
Deborah B R.
Deborah B R.Fmr. OD Manager | Beyond Bank Australia
Sonali’s knowledge and passion for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is second to none. Her professional yet relatable approach to her workshops allows her to connect to all her participants in a very unique way. This in turn means that the learning is absorbed and understood regardless of your learning style. I highly recommend Sonali for any company or group wanting to expand and grow in this very relevant area.
Alex J.
Alex J.Head People and Property, La Marzocco Australia
Through AITD, I had the privilege of co-hosting an amazing webinar delivered by Sonali, called ‘Activating an Inclusive Learning Experience'. Sonali’s depth and breadth of knowledge around D&I is quite simply incredible.  Her webinar uncovers varying types of facilitation, which are important reminders as we move through our work and personal life, and connections with the world.  But more importantly, Sonali teaches three simple yet extremely effective steps that put inclusive facilitation into practice. Her presentation is relevant, engaging, and essential to workplaces and households across the globe, and should not be missed.  Thank you, Sonali, for your dedication and continued work in the field of diversity and inclusion.  It’s exactly the information sharing we all need right now.
Jennifer W.
Jennifer W.Fmr. Programs Manager | Australian Institute of Training and Development (AITD)
Sonali provided a wonderful presentation on ‘Reaping the Diversity Dividend’ to the Local Government Volunteer Management Network (LGVMN). The presentation fit into out professional development objectives, and I have to repeat my genuinely made comments to her that the delivery and content provided was one of the most engaging and thought provoking presentations I have seen in the ten or so years being a member. This view was repeated by many others, and it was clear that they not only enjoyed the session, but took away several learnings and observations which will help them manage diversity and unconscious bias, not only in their professional roles, but also in their personal lives.
Michael F.
Michael F.Fmr. Chair | Local Government Volunteer Managers Network
Our diverse and spirited US-based organization, the Pride Cheerleading Association (PCA), invited Sonali to present at our very first online conference on the topic of ‘IGNITE with Inclusion’, and this was the best decision we could have made! With no prior knowledge of our organization, and no obvious intersections with our people and purpose, Sonali made an instant, soulful connection with our leadership and demonstrated a deep understanding of our cause. A consummate professional, Sonali helped us select appropriate presentation styles, topics, and materials tailored to our audience. Our leaders and volunteers continue to rave about the session! We could not have asked for anything more and strongly recommend her to our partners around the world!
Sara T.
Sara T.Board Secretary | Pride Cheerleading Association, USA
Sonali facilitated a team session for our group as part of a team day. Her approach is curious, energetic and positive. Sonali and I had a number of open and pragmatic conversations prior to the day, informing her approach and the material covered. She led an engaging and thought-provoking morning, creating a safe place for our team to explore self-awareness and group-awareness. I thoroughly enjoyed working and planning the day with Sonali. On the day, there was a palpable mood/vibe lift as we each reflected on our ‘hedgehog’, learning and growing together. Feedback from our team was universally positive – we could have gone longer, further!
Claire P.
Claire P.Manager Functional Performance, BHP
As a Committee Member of the AITD South Australian Divisional Council, I had the pleasure of engaging Sonali to speak at our networking event titled 'Closing the Gap with Inclusive Learning'. It was evident from the moment I made contact with Sonali that she had the knowledge, skills and experience to design and deliver a powerful, engaging, positive, entertaining and inspiring presentation. It was an absolute delight to work with Sonali on this event.
Mia M.
Mia M.SA Divisional Councillor | Australian Institute of Training and Development (AITD)
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