Training and Resources

Building an Inclusive Workplace Together:

The Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Office provides training and resources to support a workplace where every employee is treated with dignity and respect. These trainings help employees and supervisors prevent discrimination, understand and reduce implicit bias, and promote fairness in employment decisions. By investing in learning, the County of Santa Cruz strengthens its commitment to equity, inclusion, and providing excellent service to the community.

Training Programs

Our EEO Office offers training designed to build awareness, prevent discrimination, and promote respectful conduct at every level of the organization:

• EEO & Harassment Prevention Training
  Focuses on preventing discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and bias in the workplace.
• ADA & Reasonable Accommodation Training
  Provides guidance for supervisors and HR professionals on their responsibilities under the ADA and FEHA, including the interactive process.
• Implicit Bias Training
  Required for all County employees. This course increases awareness of unconscious bias and its impact on decision-making, service delivery, and workplace culture. Participants learn practical strategies to reduce bias and foster inclusivity.
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Workshops
  Voluntary sessions that explore inclusive communication, cultural awareness, and equity-centered leadership.
• Customized Department Trainings
  Tailored sessions addressing unique workplace needs or team dynamics.

Resources:

• EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission)
• California Civil Rights Department
• Disabilities Resource
• Employee Translator List
• California Department of Rehabilitation
• ADA National Network