Explore our full catalog of interactive, trauma-informed workshops designed to strengthen inclusion, advance equity, and build safer, more affirming communities.
LGBTQ+ Foundations
Core knowledge, identity education, and affirming practices.
LGBTQ+ 101 is a foundational 2-hour training designed to build core understanding of gender, sexuality, and LGBTQ+ identities. Participants will explore what it means to be LGBTQ+, how gender identity and sexual orientation differ, and how language influences belonging. The workshop emphasizes practical skills that support the creation of inclusive, affirming environments. Attendees learn how to foster cultures where LGBTQ+ people feel seen, respected, and valued.
Learning Objectives
- Understand foundational concepts related to LGBTQ+ identities, gender, and sexuality.
- Learn and practice the use of inclusive and affirming language, including pronouns.
- Identify behaviors and practices that contribute to welcoming and inclusive environments.
- Strengthen allyship skills that promote respect, belonging, and cultural responsiveness.
Outcomes
- Increased confidence in discussing LGBTQ+-related topics and identities.
- Improved ability to use inclusive language in professional and community settings.
- Enhanced capacity to support LGBTQ+ individuals through informed and respectful allyship.
This workshop introduces participants to the foundational concepts of LGBTQ+ identities while grounding the discussion in a Christian context. The session explores how faith and identity can coexist, offering participants an opportunity to examine common theological misunderstandings, reflect on affirming interpretations of scripture, and learn how Christian communities can become places of genuine welcome and belonging. Through guided conversation and accessible educational content, attendees gain tools for navigating questions of identity and faith, supporting LGBTQ+ individuals in religious settings, and fostering spiritual environments rooted in compassion, dignity, and affirmation.
Learning Objectives
- Understand core concepts related to LGBTQ+ identities, gender, and sexuality within the context of Christian community life.
- Learn affirming language and communication practices that support LGBTQ+ individuals in faith-based spaces.
- Explore how Christian teachings, values, and interpretations can inform inclusive and affirming perspectives.
Outcomes
- Increased confidence discussing LGBTQ+ topics within Christian settings.
- Improved ability to provide support and affirmation to LGBTQ+ individuals navigating faith and identity.
- Enhanced capacity to cultivate Christian environments grounded in love, belonging, and the inherent worth of every person.
This workshop expands on foundational LGBTQ+ knowledge by focusing on identities and experiences that exist beyond the gender binary. Participants will deepen their understanding of nonbinary, gender-expansive, genderfluid, agender, and other identities that do not fit within traditional male/female frameworks. The session explores how binary systems shape language, expectations, and policies, and how these systems affect people who live outside them. Through discussion, applied examples, and reflective activities, attendees learn how to create environments that affirm and support individuals across the full spectrum of gender diversity.
Learning Objectives
- Deepen understanding of nonbinary and gender-expansive identities and the diversity that exists beyond the male/female binary.
- Learn inclusive language and communication practices that affirm gender-diverse individuals.
- Gain an introductory understanding of gender-based microaggressions and how binary assumptions impact nonbinary and gender-expansive people.
Outcomes
- Increased confidence engaging with and supporting people across a wide range of gender identities.
- Improved ability to identify binary-based assumptions and practices that may cause harm or exclusion.
- Enhanced capacity to build affirming, responsive environments that recognize and respect gender diversity.
This workshop provides a foundational introduction to transgender identities, offering participants a clear and accessible understanding of the language, concepts, and experiences that shape the lives of transgender and nonbinary people. The session explores the distinctions between gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation, and introduces participants to the wide diversity that exists within transgender and gender-diverse communities. Through guided explanation, attendees gain a stronger understanding of how identity develops, why affirmation matters, and how supportive environments contribute to the well-being of transgender individuals across social, educational, and workplace settings.
Learning Objectives
- Understand key concepts related to transgender identity, including gender identity, gender expression, and the distinction from sexual orientation.
- Learn inclusive and affirming language that supports respectful interactions with transgender and gender-diverse individuals.
- Gain an introductory understanding of the lived experiences of transgender people and the importance of identity affirmation.
Outcomes
- Increased comfort discussing trans and nonbinary identities using accurate and respectful language.
- Improved ability to recognize and challenge assumptions related to gender.
- Enhanced capacity to contribute to environments where transgender individuals feel safe, validated, and supported.
This workshop provides a clear, accessible introduction to gender dysphoria, helping participants understand what it is, and what it is not. The session explores the emotional, psychological, and social aspects of gender dysphoria, emphasizing its wide range of experiences and how it may present differently across individuals. Participants learn how affirming environments, supportive language, and respectful interactions can significantly reduce distress and improve well-being for transgender and gender-diverse people. The workshop also addresses common misconceptions, outlines the role of gender affirmation in alleviating dysphoria, and offers guidance for creating spaces that support mental and emotional safety.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the definition of gender dysphoria and how it may manifest emotionally, socially, and psychologically.
- Learn the difference between gender dysphoria, gender identity, and gender nonconformity.
- Explore how supportive environments, affirmation, and respectful communication positively influence the well-being of people experiencing dysphoria.
Outcomes
- Increased clarity about what gender dysphoria is and how it impacts individuals.
- Improved ability to engage in supportive, affirming interactions with transgender and gender-diverse people.
- Enhanced capacity to recognize situations or behaviors that may exacerbate dysphoria and adjust practices accordingly.
This 3-hour workshop brings together four core components commonly found in Safe Zone Training, LGBTQ+ terminology, understanding systems of oppression, allyship, and bystander intervention, into one cohesive program tailored specifically to the college environment. This training prepares participants to engage thoughtfully with LGBTQ+ peers, recognize and disrupt harmful behaviors, and foster a more inclusive and equitable campus culture. The workshop integrates discussion, reflection, and practical application to ensure that participants leave with both foundational knowledge and actionable skills for supporting LGBTQ+ students in academic, residential, and social settings.
Learning Objectives
- Learn foundational LGBTQ+ terminology and concepts.
- Understand systems of oppression and how they shape the experiences of LGBTQ+ students.
- Develop effective allyship practices that promote safety, belonging, and support for LGBTQ+ peers.
- Learn bystander intervention strategies for responding to bias, harassment, or harm within college settings.
Outcomes
- Increased confidence using accurate terminology and engaging in LGBTQ+-affirming conversations.
- Enhanced awareness of how oppression manifests within higher education environments.
- Stronger capacity to act as an effective ally to LGBTQ+ students, faculty, and staff.
- Improved readiness to intervene safely and constructively when witnessing harmful behavior.
This workshop introduces participants to the concept of intersectionality and explores how overlapping identities such as gender, sexuality, race, and ethnicity shape individual experiences, opportunities, and challenges. Participants examine how intersecting identities influence the lived experiences of LGBTQ+ people, particularly those who hold multiple marginalized identities, and how systems of privilege and oppression impact these experiences. Through guided discussion, attendees learn how intersectional perspectives can strengthen advocacy, allyship, and culturally responsive support within organizations, campuses, and communities.
Learning Objectives
- Define intersectionality and understand its significance in analyzing LGBTQ+ identities and experiences.
- Identify ways in which gender, sexuality, race, and ethnicity intersect to shape individual experiences.
- Learn strategies for incorporating intersectional thinking into advocacy, allyship, and support practices.
Outcomes
- Increased awareness of the diverse and layered experiences within LGBTQ+ communities.
- Improved ability to recognize and address the unique challenges faced by people with intersecting marginalized identities.
- Enhanced capacity to apply intersectional approaches in professional, educational, and community settings.
This workshop provides educators with the knowledge, skills, and practical strategies needed to create classrooms where nonbinary and gender-expansive students feel safe, seen, and supported. Participants explore core concepts related to gender identity and expression, learn how classroom practices and language choices shape student well-being, and examine the unique challenges nonbinary and gender-expansive students often face in educational environments. The session emphasizes actionable steps educators can take to build affirming classrooms that foster belonging and academic success for all students.
Learning Objectives
- Understand gender identity, gender expression, and the diversity of nonbinary and gender-expansive identities.
- Learn inclusive language and communication strategies that affirm students’ identities, including names and pronouns.
- Gain an introductory understanding of gender-based microaggressions and how they affect nonbinary and gender-expansive students.
Outcomes
- Increased confidence in supporting nonbinary and gender-expansive students through affirming classroom practices.
- Enhanced ability to identify and address gender-based microaggressions in educational settings.
- Improved capacity to create classroom environments where all students feel respected, valued, and safe.
This workshop equips Parent–Teacher Associations and similar family-engagement organizations with the knowledge and skills needed to create welcoming, affirming environments for LGBTQ+ parents and children. Participants explore the diverse experiences and family structures within LGBTQ+ communities, learn how language and everyday interactions influence belonging, and examine common barriers that LGBTQ+ families encounter in school-based spaces. Through guided discussion and practical examples, attendees build the confidence to engage respectfully, supportively, and proactively with all families.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the diverse identities and family structures represented within LGBTQ+ communities.
- Learn inclusive language and communication strategies that support LGBTQ+ parents and children.
- Identify behaviors, systems, and practices that contribute to or hinder LGBTQ+ family inclusion.
- Strengthen the capacity of PTAs and family-engagement groups to create safe, welcoming spaces for all families.
Outcomes
- Increased confidence in interacting with and supporting LGBTQ+ parents and children.
- Improved communication practices that foster belonging within school-based organizations.
- Enhanced ability to identify and address barriers to equitable family participation.
Bias, Microaggressions & Cultural Responsiveness
Understanding identity, bias, empathy, and belonging.
This workshop guides participants through a deeper exploration of microaggressions, moving beyond basic definitions to examine the full range of micro-assaults, micro-insults, and micro-invalidations. Participants learn how bias contributes to these behaviors and how microaggressions, whether intentional or unintentional, impact individuals, teams, and organizational culture. The workshop builds the foundational awareness and skills needed to recognize microaggressions and to intervene or respond in constructive, culturally aware ways.
Learning Objectives
- Develop an in-depth understanding of microaggressions, including micro-assaults, micro-insults, and micro-invalidations.
- Understand how bias contributes to the creation and perpetuation of microaggressions.
- Learn strategies for constructively addressing microaggressions in the workplace or community environment.
Outcomes
- Clearer ability to recognize microaggressions and understand their impact on individuals and organizations.
- Improved awareness of how personal and systemic biases contribute to harmful interactions.
- Increased confidence in taking informed, respectful action to address microaggressions when they occur.
This 2-hour workshop helps participants build a deeper understanding of bias and microaggressions by moving beyond personal perspective and exploring how identity, lived experience, and social context shape the way individuals interpret the world around them. Participants examine how implicit and explicit biases form, how they influence interactions, and how microaggressions impact members of marginalized and underrepresented identity groups. Through guided discussions that invite reflection and discomfort as part of the learning process, attendees strengthen their ability to recognize harmful patterns and adopt behaviors that foster inclusion, belonging, and empathy.
Learning Objectives
- Understand what bias is, how it forms, and how it influences perceptions and behaviors.
- Learn to recognize microaggressions and understand their impact on marginalized identity groups.
- Build the skills necessary to engage in empathetic reflection and apply learning to reduce bias and microaggressions in workplace and client-service settings.
Outcomes
- Improved employee relationships through stronger empathy and awareness.
- Higher retention rates and more positive workplace culture
- More inclusive and culturally responsive client services
- Increased sense of belonging and community for both employees and clients.
This 2-hour introductory workshop explores the complex relationship between diversity and bias, helping participants understand how diverse identities shape personal experiences and how bias influences the ways individuals perceive and interact with others. Through guided discussions, participants reflect on their own identities, examine moments when bias has shaped their lives, and consider how these insights can deepen empathy for others. The session incorporates “The Look,” a short film from P&G, to help participants recognize bias in real-world scenarios and understand its impact on individuals, workplaces, and communities. The workshop concludes with a discussion of practical strategies for acknowledging and addressing bias in everyday interactions and organizational practices.
Learning Objectives
- Understand what bias is, how it develops, and how it affects interpersonal and organizational experiences.
- Explore personal identities and reflect on the role bias has played in shaping individual perspectives.
- Learn to recognize bias incidents in various settings and understand their impact on individuals and communities.
Outcomes
- Clearer understanding of how bias influences daily interactions and decision-making.
- Increased ability to identify bias incidents and their effects on underrepresented and historically excluded groups.
- Strengthened empathy through sharing and witnessing personal experiences of bias.
- Improved ability to adopt behaviors that reduce bias and promote belonging, retention, and inclusive client services.
This workshop supports participants in building an inclusive culture of belonging by exploring the complexities of identity, the power of self-identification, and the role of cross-cultural communication in effective teamwork and client engagement. Through guided discussion, participants deepen their understanding of how diverse identities shape experiences and expectations, both within teams and among the clients or communities they serve.
By thinking from the client’s perspective and strengthening internal collaboration, participants learn how to create environments where people feel seen, respected, and valued. The workshop emphasizes cultural intelligence (CQ) as a practical tool for relating across differences, reducing misunderstanding, and improving service delivery and team cohesion.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Develop an understanding of what it means to cultivate an inclusive culture of belonging.
- Explore the complexities of identity and the importance of self-identification.
- Enhance cross-cultural communication skills to better serve clients and collaborate with colleagues.
- Cultivate cultural intelligence (CQ) to improve their ability to relate and work effectively across cultures.
Outcomes
Participants will:
- Strengthen their ability to engage respectfully and effectively with people of diverse identities.
- Improve communication and teamwork through culturally aware practices.
- Gain greater confidence in creating client experiences that support belonging and inclusion.
- Build the skills needed to foster an inclusive organizational culture grounded in understanding and respect.
Equity, Policy & Systems-Level Change
Organizational transformation, equity frameworks, structural change.
This workshop is designed for organizations committed to equity and inclusion but operating in environments where traditional DEI language has become restricted, politicized, or weaponized. Rather than retreat from the work, participants explore how to reframe equity efforts through the universal, widely resonant values of Dignity, Respect, and Opportunity (DRO). These principles allow organizations to continue advancing inclusive outcomes without triggering the political resistance currently associated with DEI terminology.
Through discussion, reflection, and applied examples, the workshop reconnects participants with the core purpose of DEI, ensuring fair, respectful, and opportunity-rich environments for staff and communities, while demonstrating how the DRO framework achieves the same goals with less defensiveness. Participants learn how to integrate DRO into hiring, training, programming, decision-making, and community-facing work in ways that are both strategic and deeply values-driven.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Understand the context behind the shift away from traditional DEI language and why it is being restricted or challenged.
- Reconnect with the core goals and outcomes that DEI work has always aimed to achieve.
- Reframe equity and inclusion efforts using the DRO framework of Dignity, Respect, and Opportunity.
- Apply DRO principles in hiring, training, programming, policies, and organizational culture.
Outcomes
Participants will:
- Gain clarity on how to advance equity work even in politically restrictive environments.
- Strengthen their ability to communicate equity goals in language that reduces resistance and increases buy-in.
- Learn practical strategies for implementing Dignity, Respect, and Opportunity across organizational functions.
- Leave with actionable approaches to sustain equity-centered work under the DRO framework.
(Variations: 2-hour, 3-hour, 4-hour)
The Achieving Equity in Policy Workshop introduces participants to FIC Human Resource Partners’ four-question framework for advancing equity in policy development and implementation. Through a collaborative, hands-on review of an existing policy, participants learn how to define a policy’s purpose, assess how it functions across different perspectives, and identify how its impact may vary among stakeholders. The workshop centers the idea that equity is not achieved through intent alone, but through intentional design, assessment, and revision.
Participants engage in guided conceptualization sessions that walk them step-by-step through analyzing a real policy. By the end, they will have collectively determined the policy’s purpose, the populations affected, variations in impact, and opportunities to revise the policy to produce more equitable outcomes. This experiential process equips participants with the foundational skills needed to apply the framework independently in their own organizations.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Apply FIC Human Resource Partners’ four-question framework for achieving equity in policy implementations.
- Identify and clearly articulate the purpose and intent of a policy.
- Assess a policy from multiple perspectives to determine who is impacted and how.
- Recognize variations in impact and identify opportunities for equitable policy revision.
Outcomes
Participants will:
- Determine the intent and purpose of a selected policy.
- Identify who is impacted by the policy and how impacts differ across groups.
- Develop strategies to revise the policy in order to achieve more equitable outcomes.
- Gain the basic skills necessary to independently apply the equity-focused review process to future policies.
The J.E.D.I.: Equity Awakens workshop deepens participants’ understanding of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion by examining the systemic forces that shape inequities across institutions and communities. The session explores how the J.E.D.I. framework builds upon and differs from traditional DEI approaches, placing stronger emphasis on dismantling oppressive structures and advancing equitable outcomes rather than simply acknowledging diversity. Through reflective dialogue, participants interrogate how longstanding power dynamics and privileges influence organizational culture, practices, and decision-making.
This workshop encourages participants to look critically at the policies, norms, and unexamined patterns that sustain inequity while fostering a shared commitment to meaningful change. With guided discussion, participants strengthen their ability to identify systemic barriers, recognize their roles within those systems, and envision new ways to challenge the status quo. The goal is to awaken collective insight and responsibility, empowering individuals and organizations to drive justice-centered transformation.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Understand how the J.E.D.I. framework expands on existing DEI approaches by centering justice and systemic change.
- Identify systemic barriers and the longstanding power dynamics and privileges that perpetuate inequity.
- Analyze how organizational practices and policies contribute to inequitable outcomes.
- Engage in reflective dialogue that supports challenging the status quo and advancing justice and equity.
Outcomes
Participants will:
- Develop deeper insight into the roots of systemic inequity and how it operates within organizations.
- Strengthen their ability to recognize and interrogate oppressive structures in workplaces and communities.
- Build readiness to implement justice-centered change in policies, practices, and culture.
- Leave the session with a clearer understanding of their role in advancing justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
This workshop offers participants an opportunity to move beyond introductory concepts of bias, prejudice, and discrimination and engage deeply with the self-perpetuating cycles and systems of oppression that shape the library system. Through a combination of lecture and discussion, participants learn how these systems function, the four levels of “isms” (such as racism or sexism) that reinforce them, and the ways inequities become embedded in organizational practices.
The session emphasizes the essential role libraries can play in addressing social disparities and oppression within the communities they serve. Participants explore how to center equity in policy and practice, and they examine tangible ways for library staff to disrupt inequitable structures. Prior familiarity with concepts such as bias, prejudice, discrimination, and equity is recommended and helps support more advanced dialogue and application.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Develop an understanding of the four levels of “isms” and their role in perpetuating systems of oppression.
- Learn how to work toward achieving equity in library policies and practices.
- Define the library’s role in addressing social disparities and oppression within the community.
Outcomes
Participants will:
- Strengthen their understanding of systemic oppression and how it shows up within library systems.
- Gain clarity on how inequities are reinforced through policies, practices, and organizational culture.
- Identify specific actions libraries can take to address social disparities and promote equity in their communities.
- Leave the session with strategies for centering equity in both policy design and day-to-day practice.
Managing Conflict, Safety & Deescalation
Dialogue skills, conflict navigation, safety strategy.
This workshop equips participants with the skills and strategies needed to navigate challenging conversations with confidence, clarity, and empathy. Whether in professional, educational, or community environments, difficult conversations often arise around sensitive topics, conflicting perspectives, or emotionally charged situations. Participants explore what makes conversations difficult, learn techniques for regulating their own emotional responses, and practice approaches for maintaining constructive dialogue even in moments of tension. The workshop also addresses how to manage disruptions, respond to conflict during public speaking or facilitation, and preserve personal well-being throughout these interactions.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the factors that make certain conversations difficult and why people may respond defensively or emotionally.
- Learn strategies for recognizing and regulating emotional responses to maintain clarity, composure, and intention.
- Develop skills for managing conflict and disruptions during conversations, presentations, or facilitated discussions.
- Build resilience and tools for maintaining well-being when engaging in ongoing or high-stakes conversations.
Outcomes
- Increased confidence initiating and participating in difficult conversations.
- Improved ability to stay grounded and constructive when emotions arise.
- Enhanced capacity to manage conflict and maintain control in group or public settings.
- Strengthened resilience and self-care practices for sustained engagement in challenging dialogue.
This workshop is designed specifically for organizers, facilitators, and leaders who regularly hold space for groups, coordinate events, or engage the public on sensitive issues. Organizers often encounter difficult conversations in high-pressure environments such as during community meetings, public events, activist spaces, or online engagement. This training equips them with advanced techniques for navigating emotionally charged interactions while maintaining safety, structure, and mission alignment. Participants will learn how to recognize the dynamics beneath conflict, intervene early, deescalate disruptions, and uphold community values even under stress. The workshop also covers strategies for maintaining authority without escalating tensions, supporting participants in distress, and protecting one’s own emotional well-being when managing high-volume or high-stakes dialogue.
Learning Objectives
- Understand specific challenges organizers face when difficult conversations arise in public or facilitated spaces.
- Learn proactive strategies for setting expectations, creating psychological safety, and reducing the likelihood of conflict.
- Develop skills for deescalating tense interactions, managing disruptions, and redirecting conversations while maintaining group cohesion.
- Strengthen personal resilience and reflective practices to prevent burnout when frequently navigating complex or emotionally charged conversations.
Outcomes
- Increased confidence in leading groups through difficult dialogue with clarity and control.
- Improved ability to maintain safety, structure, and mission alignment during conflict.
- Enhanced capacity to intervene, deescalate, and redirect conversations without escalating tensions.
- Stronger resilience and boundaries to sustain long-term leadership in community and advocacy spaces.
This workshop prepares community members to engage confidently and compassionately in difficult conversations that arise in daily life among family, friends, coworkers, neighbors, or at community events. Participants explore why certain conversations feel challenging, how to express themselves while staying grounded, and how to respond when others become defensive or emotional. The training focuses on practical, accessible communication tools that help community members maintain respectful dialogue, navigate conflict without escalation, and advocate for their needs and values. Participants will also learn how to set boundaries, recognize when to disengage, and care for themselves after emotionally demanding interactions.
Learning Objectives
- Identify personal triggers and the factors that make conversations feel difficult or unsafe.
- Learn techniques for staying grounded, managing emotions, and communicating clearly during tense moments.
- Develop strategies for responding to defensiveness, misinformation, and conflict in one-on-one or small-group settings.
- Build confidence in setting boundaries and knowing when to pause or exit a conversation for personal well-being.
Outcomes
- Greater confidence participating in difficult or emotionally charged conversations.
- Improved ability to stay calm, empathetic, and constructive even when tensions rise.
- Enhanced communication skills for navigating conflict in personal, professional, and community relationships.
- Strengthened self-care and boundary-setting practices to support ongoing engagement and personal safety.
This workshop provides participants with practical tools and techniques to prevent, reduce, and safely navigate escalating conflict in a variety of settings. Grounded in principles of emotional regulation, trauma awareness, and respectful communication, the training helps attendees recognize early signs of escalation, both in themselves and others, and intervene before situations become unmanageable. Participants learn how tone, body language, boundaries, and environmental factors influence conflict, and they practice strategies for redirecting tension, maintaining personal safety, and preserving the dignity of everyone involved. This session is designed for community workers, educators, nonprofit professionals, and anyone who may encounter heightened or emotionally charged situations.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the stages of escalation and how to recognize early warning signs.
- Learn communication techniques, including tone, posture, and language, that support deescalation.
- Develop skills for regulating personal emotions to remain calm and grounded during tense interactions.
- Learn strategies for redirecting conflict, setting boundaries, and maintaining safety during escalated situations.
Outcomes
- Increased confidence in responding to conflict without escalating tension.
- Improved ability to apply deescalation tools in real-time interactions.
- Enhanced awareness of personal triggers, self-regulation strategies, and trauma-informed approaches to conflict.
- Greater capacity to create safer, calmer environments for clients, students, colleagues, and community members.
The Pride Peacekeeper Training prepares volunteers to serve as calm, visible guardians of safety and support at Pride festivals and other LGBTQ+ community events through non-confrontational visual protection from hostile protesters and “street preachers”. Participants will learn what it means to stand as a silent wall of love, using presence, not confrontation, to interrupt harassment, de-escalate tension, and protect everyone’s rights to free speech and religious expression.
Learning Objectives
- Learn techniques for escorting participants to and from events when needed for comfort or safety.
- Learn how to monitor protester behavior and crowd dynamics while maintaining a peaceful, grounded demeanor.
- Become comfortable with non-confrontational techniques designed specifically for Pride-related events.
Outcomes
- Increased comfort and capability with non-confrontation and de-escalation techniques tailored to protest environments
- Improved situational awareness & safety assessment
- Basic understanding of legal considerations, including protected speech, religious expression, and participant rights
- Proper use of Peacekeeper gear (rainbow umbrellas, safety vests) to create a visible shield of protection
Digital Security, Privacy & Online Protection
Personal and collective digital safety.
Most people use the internet every day without realizing how much of their personal information is being collected, tracked, and shared. From social media platforms to online shopping, our data is constantly extracted and repurposed. Often without our awareness or explicit consent. This workshop provides a clear and accessible introduction to protecting both your privacy and your digital security in an increasingly interconnected world.
Participants will explore common daily risks such as weak passwords, outdated devices, insecure accounts, and the hidden mechanisms that track digital behavior. Through practical, immediately applicable guidance, the workshop empowers individuals to take control of their personal data, make informed choices about devices and login methods, and adopt habits that significantly reduce risk. No technical background is required; just a willingness to build safer digital routines.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Understand how personal data is tracked and used online and why digital privacy matters.
- Strengthen account security through strong passwords, password managers, and secure login methods such as SMS codes, authenticator apps, or passkeys.
- Make informed choices about devices and login tools, including when to replace outdated hardware and weighing the pros and cons of face or fingerprint recognition.
Outcomes
Participants will:
- Gain a clear understanding of how everyday online activity exposes personal data.
- Implement practical steps to increase account and device security.
- Confidently choose secure login methods and tools that align with their privacy needs.
For adults over 50, digital life often includes navigating evolving technologies while managing personal, financial, and family information online. This workshop offers an approachable and supportive introduction to strengthening digital privacy and security. Participants will learn how everyday online activities from logging into accounts to using smartphones or tablets can expose sensitive data, and how to take simple, effective steps to protect it.
In addition to core privacy and security practices, this version of the workshop includes a component on planning for your digital afterlife. Participants will learn how to ensure that trusted loved ones can responsibly manage online accounts, files, and information after they’re gone. No technical knowledge required.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Understand how personal data is tracked and used online and why protecting digital privacy matters.
- Strengthen account security through strong passwords, password managers, and secure login methods such as SMS codes, authenticator apps, or passkeys.
- Make informed choices about devices and login tools, including when to replace outdated hardware or use face/fingerprint recognition.
- Prepare for their digital afterlife by developing a plan for heirs to responsibly access and manage online accounts and information.
Outcomes
Participants will:
- Build confidence in their ability to protect personal information online.
- Implement practical, age-inclusive security practices for daily digital life.
- Create or begin developing a digital afterlife plan for trusted family members or caregivers.
- Strengthen the security of their accounts, devices, and online communication.
In an era of pervasive surveillance, data exploitation, and digital monitoring, privacy is a critical safety issue for anyone engaged in community organizing or political activism. This workshop offers a grounded, accessible introduction to the modern digital threat landscape and the ways governments, corporations, and malicious actors track, target, or undermine activist movements. Participants explore how personal data is collected and weaponized and learn strategies that prioritize consent, safety, and community protection.
This workshop equips organizers with the tools and habits needed to safeguard themselves and their networks. From selecting secure communication platforms to minimizing data exposure during sensitive actions, participants leave the session better prepared to make informed privacy decisions and support collective safety during protests, direct actions, or community organizing efforts.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Understand the digital threat landscape, including how governments, corporations, and malicious actors monitor activist movements.
- Identify core strategies for maintaining digital privacy, with an emphasis on minimizing personal data exposure.
- Use secure messaging practices, choose encrypted platforms, and recognize the privacy limitations of metadata and backups.
- Apply privacy-conscious practices to avoid tracking and surveillance during sensitive actions such as protests or organizing meetings.
Outcomes
Participants will:
- Develop a foundational understanding of digital threats that specifically impact organizers and activists.
- Strengthen communication security within their organizing circles.
- Reduce personal and collective risk by adopting privacy-centered tools and habits.
- Be better prepared to navigate surveillance during actions, meetings, and community organizing work.
Leadership, Personal Development & Workplace Navigation
Individual growth and leadership effectiveness.
This workshop helps participants understand their personal relationship with saying “yes” and how this inclination can lead to overcommitment, stress, and burnout. By examining the emotional, social, and internal pressures that drive people to take on more than they can reasonably handle, the session offers space for reflection and practical learning. Participants explore the patterns that cause them to overextend themselves and begin developing strategies to set and maintain healthy boundaries.
Through guided discussion, participants learn the concepts of the Qualified YES and the power of a confident, values-aligned “no.” The workshop emphasizes practical tools for identifying limits, communicating boundaries, and making intentional decisions about when and how to commit. By the end, participants gain skills that support well-being, reduce burnout, and foster more sustainable personal and professional relationships.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Understand their personal relationship with saying “yes” and how it contributes to overcommitment.
- Recognize how habitual overcommitment contributes to burnout.
- Learn how to set, communicate, and hold healthy boundaries.
- Understand and apply the concept of a Qualified YES.
- Become more comfortable and confident with saying “no.”
Outcomes
Participants will:
- Gain self-awareness about the internal and external pressures that lead to overcommitment.
- Strengthen their ability to set boundaries that protect their time, energy, and well-being.
- Apply practical strategies to reduce burnout and make more intentional commitments.
- Improve their ability to communicate limits clearly and confidently.
This workshop introduces participants to the 9 Principles of Leadership Excellence, a framework adapted from the Employee Care model that emphasizes personal growth, organizational health, and community impact. Participants explore each principle and examine how effective leadership is shaped by self-awareness, communication, accountability, and relationship-building. Through discussion and reflective activities, attendees learn how to integrate these principles into their leadership style to strengthen team cohesion, improve workplace culture, and enhance their impact within their organizations and communities.
Learning Objectives
- Understand each of the 9 Principles of Leadership Excellence and how they contribute to effective leadership.
- Learn how the principles support personal development, team engagement, and organizational success.
- Explore practical strategies for integrating the principles into everyday leadership practices.
Outcomes
- Increased clarity about leadership strengths and areas for growth.
- Enhanced ability to apply values-based leadership practices that improve team culture and performance.
- Greater confidence incorporating the 9 Principles into one’s leadership journey to support both individual and organizational success.
This workshop equips participants with the foundational skills needed to navigate workplace systems, communicate effectively with Human Resources, and advocate for their needs. It explores the essential components of self-advocacy, including understanding your rights, articulating concerns clearly, and using policies and regulations to support your position. Participants learn how HR functions within an organization and how to effectively approach HR when concerns arise.
The session also examines the role of allies and support networks in strengthening advocacy efforts, as well as the barriers that can make self-advocacy challenging, especially for employees from marginalized or underrepresented groups. Participants leave with tools, strategies, and confidence to engage HR constructively and persistently, even when obstacles appear.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Define self-advocacy and understand its role in workplace communication.
- Apply strategies for effective self-advocacy when engaging with HR.
- Identify relevant organizational policies and regulations to support their concerns.
- Build and leverage ally relationships in navigating workplace challenges.
- Recognize common barriers to self-advocacy and explore alternatives for overcoming them.
Outcomes
Participants will:
- Strengthen their ability to express concerns clearly and effectively to HR.
- Gain confidence in navigating workplace policies and procedures.
- Learn how to identify allies who can support their advocacy efforts.
- Leave the workshop better prepared to address obstacles and pursue meaningful solutions through HR channels.
Workforce Development & Inclusive Hiring
Recruitment, retention, workplace culture.
This workshop provides participants with a foundational understanding of the systemic and structural barriers that influence who is recruited, who is hired, and who ultimately has access to opportunities within an organization. Beginning with an introduction to systemic and structural racism the session highlights how longstanding inequities shape recruitment pools, hiring practices, and pathways into the workforce.
Participants then explore common barriers in recruiting and hiring processes, including organizational norms, procedural obstacles, and implicit biases that unintentionally exclude diverse candidates. Building on this understanding, the workshop guides participants in developing inclusive recruiting strategies that expand access, remove unnecessary barriers, and strengthen equity in hiring outcomes.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Understand the basics of systemic and structural racism as they relate to recruiting practices.
- Identify barriers within recruitment and hiring processes that limit access for diverse candidates.
- Develop inclusive recruiting strategies that broaden applicant pools and support equitable hiring practices.
Outcomes
Participants will:
- Gain a deeper understanding of how systemic and structural racism shapes recruitment and hiring.
- Build awareness of procedural and cultural barriers that impact diverse candidates.
- Leave with practical strategies for designing and implementing inclusive recruiting processes.
This workshop explores the key organizational factors that influence the retention of diverse talent, beginning with an examination of how negative workplace cultures disproportionately affect employees from underrepresented and marginalized identity groups. Participants will learn how workplace climate, team dynamics, and organizational norms shape employee experiences, and how these experiences impact turnover, engagement, and long-term success.
The session also guides participants through strategies for fostering inclusive cultures where diverse employees feel valued, supported, and able to thrive. By understanding the connection between workplace culture, and retention, participants gain a clearer sense of how to build environments that not only attract diverse talent but also sustain their growth and contributions over time.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Understand the impact of negative workplace cultures on the retention of diverse talent.
- Identify key elements of inclusive workplace cultures that support belonging and engagement.
- Explore strategies for fostering supportive environments that help retain diverse employees.
Outcomes
Participants will:
- Gain insight into how workplace culture affects diverse employees’ experiences and retention.
- Strengthen their ability to create and sustain inclusive cultures that support employee well-being and success.
- Develop practical approaches to improving retention through intentional cultural and organizational practices.
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