Preventing and Responding to Discrimination

About the Course

This eLearning introduces the key concepts on what discrimination is and why it is important to talk about discrimination in the context of MSF. It will help you to identify interpersonal discrimination which may happen among staff and/or from staff towards patients. It suggests ways in which to respond to discrimination and how and where to report instances of discrimination. Lastly, it provides suggestions for self-reflection to help prevent discrimination from happening in MSF workplace. The eLearning is interactive by using video presentations, quizzes and exercises to stimulate self-aware and providing ideas on how you can contribute to prevent and address discrimination in the MSF workplace. 

Target Audience 

This eLearning is recommended for all MSF staff in Country programs (L1-L10 IRFFG), head offices and partner sections. Staff at L10-L15 are welcome to follow this eLearning, however, should also access additional resources from their respective Behaviour Unit and DEI Teams relevant to their specific roles as Line/Country Managers. 

Duration 

45 minutes 

Learning Objectives 

After completing this course, you will be able to: 
  • Describe what discrimination is 
  • Justify to others why discrimination in MSF is not acceptable 
  • Identify the different forms of discrimination and their negative impact 
  • Recognise the different levels of responsibility within the organisation for preventing discrimination and take actions appropriate to your role
  • Know how to respond to instances of discrimination and where to report 
  • Reflect on your own thought patterns 

List of Contents 

  • What interpersonal discrimination is? 
  • The concepts of power, privilege and micro-aggressions and its connection with discrimination
  • Why important to discuss about discrimination in MSF? 
  • The Impact of discrimination 
  • Preventing discrimination in the workplace at 3 levels: individual, line managers and MSF as an organisation 
  • How to respond and reporting 
  • Discrimination in MSF Working on yourself 

Methodology 

Videos and quizzes/knowledge checks. Resources available to prevent discrimination in the workplace and suggestions for self-reflection. 

Certification 

After successful completion of this course, participants will receive a digital badge awarded by MSF-OCA 

Requirements/Prerequisites 

There are no pre-requisites to enrol in this course, it is recommended to all MSF-OCA staff with an email account. 

Release & Update 

Last update May 2024 

OC Validation 

This course is validated for use by all MSF Staff 

Technical Considerations 

This course is best complete on a computer or device with a large screen (+10 inches), you need an internet connection to be able to access links.