***Next Offered 04/15/2026 - 1-2:30 pm EST***

~ Now that you've explored honoring dignity, what next? How can you build your dignity consciousness?
~ How can you support others around you in their efforts to avoid temptations to harm dignity?
~ How can you begin to create a workplace that believes in each person's inherent self-worth?

Based in Donna Hicks' Leading with Dignity: How to create a culture that brings out the best in people (2018), this session will briefly summarize key concepts of dignity* and ask you to share your recent efforts in developing your dignity-consciousness. We will then focus on six strategies for fostering the dignity-consciousness of others in campus settings. Topics include: fostering a growth mindset, modeling vulnerability, activating empathy, cultivating trust, & taking responsibility as a leader. This interactive workshop includes self-reflection, breakout discussion, and action planning activities.

We will use breakout rooms for discussion and practice; access to microphone and camera recommended. Attendance via phone not recommended.

*Highly recommended pre-requisite: Completion of ombuds' DS- Dignity: A Key to Conflict Management workshop, or having read either of Donna Hicks' books on dignity (at least chapters 1-3 of Leading with Dignity)

Questions or need accommodations? Email us at ombudsed@utk.edu.