Navigating conflict in a diverse team
Navigating conflict in a diverse team
8 December 2025, 14h - 17h
General context
Conflict is inevitable in any workplace — especially in diverse, collaborative environments. But when managed well, conflict can drive innovation, strengthen relationships, and build a culture of inclusion.
This interactive workshop helps participants understand the dynamics of workplace conflict and equips them with tools to respond constructively. They will deepen their self-awareness of communication and conflict styles, practice strategies for constructive dialogue and mediation, and learn how to foster psychologically safe and inclusive environments.
By the end of the training, participants are equipped not only to handle everyday conflicts more effectively, but also to contribute to a more positive, respectful, and inclusive workplace culture.
By the end of the session, participants will be able to:
- Distinguish between constructive and destructive conflict.
- Recognize how diversity, emotions, and power dynamics influence workplace interactions.
- Identify their own conflict response styles and how they are perceived by others.
- Apply effective strategies for constructive dialogue, collaboration, and mediation.
- Use practical tools for building socially and intellectually safe environments that encourage open communication and inclusion.
This workshop is ideal for:
- Researchers and staff of all levels navigating collaborative, multicultural teams.
- Team leaders, managers, and principal investigators seeking to build inclusive, respectful environments.
- Anyone who wants to improve their communication skills and build confidence in addressing challenging situations.
Trainers
Agnes Uhereczky
Agnes Uhereczky is the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion officer at VIB. Agnes is an experienced and engaging trainer and facilitator and worked with many different organisations in the past.
Practical info
08 December 2025
Leuven - Campus Gasthuisberg
Herestraat 49
3000 Leuven
Belgium
08 December 2025
Leuven - Campus Gasthuisberg
Leuven train station is approximately 4 km from the campus Gasthuisberg. Buses depart very regularly to the Gasthuisberg Campus from Leuven train station.
For tickets and up to date schedules visit website De Lijn or use the De Lijn App.
Exit at the very last bus stop ‘Gasthuisberg Campus) make sure not to exit at ‘Gasthuisberg Kliniek =
hospital)
Once you get off the bus, go to your right and go up the street until you see stairs to your left. Climb the stairs all the way up between two buildings. Look for the signs containing blue circles and white numbers and follow them all the way from 2 up to number 12. You will cross several buildings and the walk will take max. 10 minutes. When you reach number 12, you have reached O&N 5, where you can find the reception.
08 December 2025
Leuven - Campus Gasthuisberg
The Gasthuisberg campus is west of the Leuven ring. Our buildings are situated behind the hospital (see black arrow near ‘RING NOORD’ on the map). If you come from the city center, you will arrive on campus from the east side (taking Mgr. Van Waeyenberglaan and roundabout Het Teken). If you come from Heverlee or Campus Arenberg, you will arrive from the west side (taking the Celestijnenlaan and Taborweg). When you arrive uphill at the intersection with the Rega Institute and the Red Cross building, you need to take the road down to the bicycle parking at Rega Institute (see map) where you can park. Next, follow the ‘Onderwijs & Navorsing blue route’ description below (start point is #9).
08 December 2025
Leuven - Campus Gasthuisberg
You arrive via the E314 highway – EXIT 16
After 200 m, keep left to drive underneath the roundabout and into the tunnel.
Keep left and follow the arrows to Parking West.
You arrive via the Leuven ring road
At the roundabout, take the exit towards ‘Spoed / Ziekenhuis’.
Follow the ring around Campus Gasthuisberg and pass the entrance of SPOED.
Continue right until you arrive at a second roundabout.
Follow the directions for E314.
Near the Fire Brigade Station, make a U-turn and follow the directions for ‘Ziekenhuis’.
Keep left and drive downhill, underneath the roundabout and into the tunnel.
Keep left and follow the arrows to Parking West.
Next, leave the parking at level +1 using the big stairs near the vending machines.
Follow the red carpet and arrows to 'Onco Dagcentrum' to get to the O&N buildings. Take the stairs on your left after exiting Parking West. You are now in front of the O&N4 building; on the left you will find O&N5.
08 December 2025
Leuven - Campus Gasthuisberg
O&N5 room 404-28.04.343 (4th floor)