Across the globe, African graduates and professionals continue to face subtle yet impactful barriers to career progression and access, such as:

• Discrimination based on accent, names, or mannerisms
• Misinterpretation of cultural behaviours during job interviews
• Underrepresentation in leadership roles and professional networks
• Unintentional exclusion rooted in unconscious bias

At the same time, African students and graduates living abroad often face difficulties in adapting to foreign workplace cultures, expectations, and professional communication norms. This dual challenge requires a two-sided solution.

SRAAA’s Cultural Awareness & Unconscious Bias Training is a free programme designed to:

1. Educate and equip international organisations to recognise unconscious bias and foster inclusive workplaces.
2. Prepare African students and graduates for successful integration into global work environments, by enhancing their cultural and professional awareness.

Target Audience:

• Corporate HR and Talent Acquisition Teams
• University Employer Relations Staff
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Officers
• Recruitment Agencies and Hiring Panels

Modules Include:

• Understanding African Cultures: Norms, communication, values, and professionalism
• Spotting Unconscious Bias: Accent, tone, names, and visual identity in hiring
• Inclusive Interviewing: Structured evaluation and behaviour-focused questions
• Simulated Hiring Panels: Practice sessions with real-world candidate profiles
• Action Plans: DEI-informed policies, inclusive job ad writing, and workplace audits

Target Audience:

• Undergraduate and Postgraduate Students
• Recent Graduates Seeking Employment Abroad
• Nigerians Preparing to Study or Work in the UK, US, Canada, or EU

Modules Include:

• Understanding Global Workplace Culture: Hierarchies, communication norms, dress codes, and punctuality
• Professional Branding: CV and cover letter tips, LinkedIn optimisation, interview etiquette
• Navigating Discrimination & Bias: Recognising microaggressions and seeking support
• Soft Skills for Success: Time management, email tone, meeting behaviour, and leadership
• Know Your Rights Abroad: Understanding labour laws and student worker protections

Available Online and In-Person

• Interactive modules using real-life case studies and simulations
• Tailored sessions for institutions, organisations, or student groups
• Flexible scheduling to suit organisational or academic calendars

• Advance your DEI goals and global inclusion strategies
• Support African students’ career access and mobility
• Show commitment to ethical recruitment and global equity
• Build bridges between talent and opportunity, across borders

This initiative is completely FREE to our corporate and institutional partners and to African students engaging through verified SRAAA channels.

To book a session, request a custom training module, or learn more about partnership opportunities: