
Navigating Cultures in the Global Workplace
This interactive 5-week workshop series for Northwestern staff provides tools for greater self-awareness and practical global insights to increase intercultural effectiveness in the workplace.
The Office of the Vice President of International Relations' Intercultural Learning Initiative aims to advance the university’s global ambitions by providing Northwestern staff members with the crucial tools and skills they need to thrive in a culturally diverse workplace.
Our intercultural workshops are open to all Northwestern employees. The goal of these opportunities is to provide practical information to increase intercultural sensitivity and effective communication. Our workshops provide interactive sessions and ongoing support resources.
This interactive 5-week workshop series for Northwestern staff provides tools for greater self-awareness and practical global insights to increase intercultural effectiveness in the workplace.
Staff members who have participated in the "Navigating Cultures" workshop series have the option to continue their intercultural learning and participate in a 60-min "Global Readiness Assessment" small group session, debriefing results of the Global Competence Aptitude Assessment (GCAA)®. This assessment helps individuals understand their strengths and gaps, and provides advice and resources on how to continue to grow and improve.
Intercultural Competency and Global Inclusion
This affinity group brings together Northwestern staff members interested in intercultural learning. We organize quarterly topical events and provide a space for creative problem-solving and sharing of best practices. All Northwestern staff members are welcome!
Sign-Up HereWe offer resources, support, and customized programs for Northwestern units across campus. Below are a few examples of the types of programs and events we have organized in the past.
Customized Trainings and Webinars:
Customized Workshops (Fees apply):
The Intercultural Learning Initiative is led by Jennifer Gerrard and Janka Pieper:
Jennifer Gerrard
Senior Director, Global Engagement and Intercultural Initiatives
jennifer.gerrard@northwestern.edu
Janka Pieper
Senior Director, Communications and Intercultural Learning
j-pieper@northwestern.edu
Jennifer Gerrard and Janka Pieper are certified in: