Storytelling-inspired inclusion training
Storytelling-inspired inclusion training
Storytelling-inspired inclusion training
— that employees actually watch, remember, and apply.
— that employees actually watch, remember, and apply.
— that employees actually watch, remember, and apply.
Creating empathy and understanding are our first defense for an inclusive culture.
But traditional training methods often fall short—they're seen as finger pointing and waste of time and money. They can be more divisive than inclusive. It’s a familiar challenge, and at VIVIDA, we’ve been innovating training solutions for over a decade. Our approach is exactly what you’ve been looking for…
Creating empathy and understanding are our first defense for an inclusive culture.
But traditional training methods often fall short—they're seen as finger pointing and waste of time and money. They can be more divisive than inclusive. It’s a familiar challenge, and at VIVIDA, we’ve been innovating training solutions for over a decade. Our approach is exactly what you’ve been looking for…
Creating empathy and understanding are our first defense for an inclusive culture.
But traditional training methods often fall short—they're seen as finger pointing and waste of time and money. They can be more divisive than inclusive. It’s a familiar challenge, and at VIVIDA, we’ve been innovating training solutions for over a decade. Our approach is exactly what you’ve been looking for…
Introducing In Their Shoes
—inclusion and belonging workshops and training 3.0
In Their Shoes is a multi-award winning training model inspired by the science of storytelling. Interactive real-life experiences and relatable narratives to the forefront—helping employees understand, empathize, and drive change.
Introducing In Their Shoes
—inclusion and belonging workshops and training 3.0
In Their Shoes is a multi-award winning training model inspired by the science of storytelling. Interactive real-life experiences and relatable narratives to the forefront—helping employees understand, empathize, and drive change.
Introducing In Their Shoes
—inclusion and belonging workshops and training 3.0
In Their Shoes is a multi-award winning training model inspired by the science of storytelling. Interactive real-life experiences and relatable narratives to the forefront—helping employees understand, empathize, and drive change.
Goodbye long & boring.
Our storybased training is educational and insightful
Goodbye generic.
Adapt to make the training relatable to your organisation.
Goodbye blind spots.
Anonymized data that helps you address cultural challenges.
Goodbye one-and-done
Our storybased training is educational and insightful
Goodbye blind spots
Adapt to make the training relatable to your organisation.
Goodbye long and boring
Anonymized data that helps you address cultural challenges.
Goodbye long & boring.
Our storybased training is educational and insightful
Goodbye generic.
Adapt to make the training relatable to your organisation.
Goodbye blind spots.
Anonymized data that helps you address cultural challenges.
Imagine this
Imagine this
Imagine this
You want to create a powerful learning experience around inclusion, so you…
You want to create a powerful learning experience around inclusion, so you…
You want to create a powerful learning experience around inclusion, so you…
Choose your learning format.
Choose your learning format.
Select from in-person workshops or online simulations and nano length reels.
Customize the experience.
Customize the experience.
Make it relevant with stakeholder introductions, organizational data, and real-world context.
Invite your teams to participate.
Invite your teams to participate.
Use our booking system or send a simple invite via email.
They step into someone else’s reality.
They step into someone else’s reality.
Learn from the story as you navigate relatable scenarios.
Gather data insights.
Gather data insights.
Track engagement, assessment responses and move your organization forward.
With no dry lectures or passive training, you’ve sparked real change—turning awareness into action.
With no dry lectures or passive training, you’ve sparked real change—turning awareness into action.
With no dry lectures or passive training, you’ve sparked real change—turning awareness into action.
That’s not all... this part may be the most powerful.
Instead of a one click-and-forget training session, In Their Shoes offers an immersive, interactive experience that shifts perspectives and deepens understanding.
Step into someone else’s reality.
Explore real-world challenges through a 3D, story-driven simulation.
See decision-making in action.
Short challenges and decision points reveal how well participants grasp complex issues.
Create lasting mindset shifts.
By immersing participants in lived experiences, In Their Shoes creates deeper empathy and long-term behavioral change.
That’s not all... this part may be the most powerful.
Instead of a one click-and-forget training session, In Their Shoes offers an immersive, interactive experience that shifts perspectives and deepens understanding.
Step into someone else’s reality.
Explore real-world challenges through a 3D, story-driven simulation.
See decision-making in action.
Short challenges and decision points reveal how well participants grasp complex issues.
Create lasting mindset shifts.
By immersing participants in lived experiences, In Their Shoes creates deeper empathy and long-term behavioral change.
That’s not all... this part may be the most powerful.
Instead of a one click-and-forget training session, In Their Shoes offers an immersive, interactive experience that shifts perspectives and deepens understanding.
Step into someone else’s reality.
Explore real-world challenges through a 3D, story-driven simulation.
See decision-making in action.
Short challenges and decision points reveal how well participants grasp complex issues.
Create lasting mindset shifts.
By immersing participants in lived experiences, In Their Shoes creates deeper empathy and long-term behavioral change.
We think it's safe to say:
our clients like it... a lot.
We think it's safe to say:
our clients like it... a lot.
We think it's safe to say: our test group likes it... a lot.
Once you see things from someone elses perspective, you can't unsee it.
"A truly brilliant way to gain insights into other peoples perpectives"
- Alex F, HSBC
“I received overwhelming positive feedback from the team. Emotive, challenging, hard hitting"
- Country Lead for Engagement, Global Bank
When people step inside a story, they feel it.
In Their Shoes, create moments that make abstract issues personal, shifting perspectives in ways no lecture ever could
"It’s the first time ever that work place training has made me emotional! Thanks"
- Learning and Talent Business Partner, Technology Organization
Once you see things from someone elses perspective, you can't unsee it.
"A truly brilliant way to gain insights into other peoples perpectives"
- Alex F, HSBC
“I received overwhelming positive feedback from the team. Emotive, challenging, hard hitting"
- Country Lead for Engagement, Global Bank
When people step inside a story, they feel it.
Information text goes right here over a number of lines
"It’s the first time ever that work place training has made me emotional! Thanks"
- Learning and Talent Business Partner, Technology Organization
Once you see things from someone elses perspective, you can't unsee it.
"A truly brilliant way to gain insights into other peoples perpectives"
- Alex F, HSBC
“I received overwhelming positive feedback from the team. Emotive, challenging, hard hitting"
- Country Lead for Engagement, Global Bank
When people step inside a story, they feel it.
Information text goes right here over a number of lines
"It’s the first time ever that work place training has made me emotional! Thanks"
- Learning and Talent Business Partner, Technology Organization
"Will colleagues think this is a bunch of w*ke nonsense?."
(And other things you may be thinking.)
It's 100% natural to be skeptical of something this different
from what you're used it. These FAQ should help.
"Will colleagues think this is a bunch of w*ke nonsense?."
(And other things you may be thinking.)
It's 100% natural to be skeptical of something this different
from what you're used it. These FAQ should help.
"Will colleagues think this is a bunch of w*ke nonsense?."
(And other things you may be thinking.)
It's 100% natural to be skeptical of something this different from what you're used it. These FAQs should help.
What will colleagues think of this training in todays climate?
Our approach to helping create inclusive organisations is different. Our approach is to focus on creating empathy. Storytelling has a pratagonist that you route for. We use the science of storytelling to make this subject approachable. We've had thousands of participants across the world in over 47 countries use In Their Shoes with outstanding award winning feedback. Ultimately our belief is that if we can attract and retain talent from people of all backgrounds....the organisation will be more effective.
What subjects do your experiences cover?
Effective leadership, difficult conversations, reasonable adjustments, neuro diversity, race, misogny, sexual harrassment, microaggressions and more.
How does this experience help participants move beyond awareness into meaningful action?
The experience goes beyond passive learning by placing participants directly into the perspectives of others, making abstract concepts personal and impactful. After the experience, guided discussions and actionable takeaways help individuals apply insights to their daily interactions and decision-making.
What measurable impact have other organizations seen after using In Their Shoes?
Organizations report increased awareness of unconscious biases, improved communication between diverse teams, and a stronger commitment to inclusive behaviors. Many see measurable improvements in employee engagement, retention, and participation in DEI initiatives.
What makes this experience different from traditional DEI training methods?
Traditional DEI training often relies on lectures and passive learning, while In Their Shoes is deeply immersive, interactive, and emotional. It taps into experiential learning, making lessons more personal, memorable, and actionable.
What will colleagues think of this training in todays climate?
Our approach to helping create inclusive organisations is different. Our approach is to focus on creating empathy. Storytelling has a pratagonist that you route for. We use the science of storytelling to make this subject approachable. We've had thousands of participants across the world in over 47 countries use In Their Shoes with outstanding award winning feedback. Ultimately our belief is that if we can attract and retain talent from people of all backgrounds....the organisation will be more effective.
What subjects do your experiences cover?
Effective leadership, difficult conversations, reasonable adjustments, neuro diversity, race, misogny, sexual harrassment, microaggressions and more.
How does this experience help participants move beyond awareness into meaningful action?
The experience goes beyond passive learning by placing participants directly into the perspectives of others, making abstract concepts personal and impactful. After the experience, guided discussions and actionable takeaways help individuals apply insights to their daily interactions and decision-making.
What measurable impact have other organizations seen after using In Their Shoes?
Organizations report increased awareness of unconscious biases, improved communication between diverse teams, and a stronger commitment to inclusive behaviors. Many see measurable improvements in employee engagement, retention, and participation in DEI initiatives.
What makes this experience different from traditional DEI training methods?
Traditional DEI training often relies on lectures and passive learning, while In Their Shoes is deeply immersive, interactive, and emotional. It taps into experiential learning, making lessons more personal, memorable, and actionable.
What will colleagues think of this training in todays climate?
Our approach to helping create inclusive organisations is different. Our approach is to focus on creating empathy. Storytelling has a pratagonist that you route for. We use the science of storytelling to make this subject approachable. We've had thousands of participants across the world in over 47 countries use In Their Shoes with outstanding award winning feedback. Ultimately our belief is that if we can attract and retain talent from people of all backgrounds....the organisation will be more effective.
What subjects do your experiences cover?
Effective leadership, difficult conversations, reasonable adjustments, neuro diversity, race, misogny, sexual harrassment, microaggressions and more.
How does this experience help participants move beyond awareness into meaningful action?
The experience goes beyond passive learning by placing participants directly into the perspectives of others, making abstract concepts personal and impactful. After the experience, guided discussions and actionable takeaways help individuals apply insights to their daily interactions and decision-making.
What measurable impact have other organizations seen after using In Their Shoes?
Organizations report increased awareness of unconscious biases, improved communication between diverse teams, and a stronger commitment to inclusive behaviors. Many see measurable improvements in employee engagement, retention, and participation in DEI initiatives.
What makes this experience different from traditional DEI training methods?
Traditional DEI training often relies on lectures and passive learning, while In Their Shoes is deeply immersive, interactive, and emotional. It taps into experiential learning, making lessons more personal, memorable, and actionable.
New to VIVIDA?
VIVIDA has spent over a decade redefining workplace training, blending creativity with innovation to solve the challenges traditional methods can’t.
Founded by visionary entrepreneur Simeon Quarrie, VIVIDA has earned global recognition for delivering award-winning solutions that make learning engaging and effective. With a proven track record and partnerships with industry leaders, VIVIDA is dedicated to empowering organizations to stay ahead of ever-evolving threats.
We're not ones to brag, but you can check out our awards and history here.
New to VIVIDA?
VIVIDA has spent over a decade redefining workplace training, blending creativity with innovation to solve the challenges traditional methods can’t.
Founded by visionary entrepreneur Simeon Quarrie, VIVIDA has earned global recognition for delivering award-winning solutions that make learning engaging and effective. With a proven track record and partnerships with industry leaders, VIVIDA is dedicated to empowering organizations to stay ahead of ever-evolving threats.
We're not ones to brag, but you can check out our awards and history here.
New to VIVIDA?
VIVIDA has spent over a decade redefining workplace training, blending creativity with innovation to solve the challenges traditional methods can’t.
Founded by visionary entrepreneur Simeon Quarrie, VIVIDA has earned global recognition for delivering award-winning solutions that make learning engaging and effective. With a proven track record and partnerships with industry leaders, VIVIDA is dedicated to empowering organizations to stay ahead of ever-evolving threats.
We're not ones to brag, but you can check out our awards and history here.