We work with educational leaders to address systemic inequities, from early childhood education through higher education.
We closely partner with educational leaders, and communities, to confront and dismantle systemic inequities across all levels of education, from early childhood through higher education.
Comprehensive Research Synthesis: We conduct thorough research, blending insights from academic studies with the real-world experiences of practitioners.
Inclusive Stakeholder Engagement: We actively engage with all stakeholders involved in the educational ecosystem. By fostering inclusive dialogue and listening to diverse perspectives, we create a holistic understanding of the challenges and opportunities for equity in education.
Collaborative Equity Initiatives: Our projects aren’t just projects — they’re immersive experiences that foster truth and reconciliation processes in tackling issues. From day one, we lock arms with educational leaders, journeying together through every step until we reach our shared vision of transformative change.
Empower Leaders for Social Justice: Through our tailored training and workshops we empower leaders with a commitment to social justice, driving meaningful change in their educational communities.
Community Empowerment & Advocacy: We actively support communities’ initiatives to foster empowerment and agency, standing alongside them as co-conspirators to leverage our expertise in effecting change together, aligned with the causes they champion.
Equity Literacy Promotion: We promote “equity literacy” by centering multiple identities and intersectionality, fostering understanding and action towards equitable practices within communities.
Language Disparity Awareness: We raise awareness of language disparities present in communities, working to address linguistic barriers and ensure accessibility and belonging for all.
Leadership Development Training: Through our training and workshops, we empower individuals to develop leadership skills, amplify their voices, and cultivate agency, fostering a culture of active participation and advocacy within communities.
Community Coalition Building: We actively connect diverse communities to bridge differences and cultivate coalitions, fostering collaboration and solidarity towards shared goals.
My People, My Cause Initiative: We champion the “My People, My Cause” ethos, nurturing support systems within diverse communities to amplify voices, advocate for justice, and foster collective empowerment.
Affinity Group Facilitation: We create inclusive spaces for affinity groups within diverse communities, fostering environments for “heart” work and healing, promoting emotional well-being and resilience.
Interpersonal Connection and Unity Workshops: Through our training and workshops, we equip individuals with skills in interpersonal connection, conflict management, and group dynamics, fostering unity and collaboration within and across communities.
Diverse Voices Publishing Hub: We produce resources that amplify voices traditionally marginalized by mainstream publishers, striving to provide a platform for underrepresented perspectives and experiences.
Resource Creation and Publication: We actively write and publish a wide range of resources, including both traditional formats and alternative mediums, to disseminate knowledge and promote diverse narratives.
Open Source Advocacy and Accessibility: We advocate for open source principles, ensuring accessibility to all sources of information, fostering transparency and inclusivity in knowledge dissemination.
Media Influence and Content Production: Through traditional and alternative media channels, we produce impactful videos and sound bites, leveraging multimedia platforms to influence discourse and amplify marginalized voices.
Equips early childhood educators and caregivers with the knowledge, skills, and strategies necessary to create safe and nurturing environments for young children. Provides practical guidance to prevent and effectively respond to instances of abuse or neglect, including physical, mental, verbal, and sexual. Addresses the importance of establishing a zero-tolerance policy for all forms of abuse implementing proactive measures to protect children from harm. Explains regulations and processes on abuse reporting procedures.
Empowers educators, administrators, and teachers with strategies and techniques to shift their instructional practices towards a student-centered model that prioritizes active engagement, personalized learning, and student agency. Emphasizes placing students at the center of the learning process, fostering their autonomy, and tailoring instruction to meet their individual needs and interests while integrating person-centered practices and thinking.
A comprehensive program designed to equip educators, administrators, and teachers with effective strategies for managing challenging behaviors while promoting self-awareness. Addresses biases, both implicit and explicit, providing participants with practical tools and techniques to redirect disruptive behaviors in a supportive and inclusive manner, fostering a positive learning environment.
Tailored to educators working with early childhood learners. Offers practical strategies and techniques to establish a positive and supportive learning environment through the implementation of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS). Recognizes the unique dynamics of early childhood education settings and provides participants with tools to effectively manage behavior and promote a conducive learning atmosphere.
Provides educators, administrators, and teachers with practical strategies and techniques to foster the development of essential social-emotional skills in learners. Focuses on five core competencies outlined in social-emotional learning (SEL) frameworks: self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making. Through interactive activities, discussions, and case studies, participants will learn how to integrate SEL practices into their educational settings to promote student well-being and academic success.
Offers participants a comprehensive understanding of mental health issues, focusing specifically on stress, including toxic stress and trauma. Educators and caregivers gain valuable insights into recognizing signs of stress and trauma in children, understanding their impacts, and learning effective strategies for providing support and promoting resilience.
Provides essential training for educators, administrators, and teachers on managing assaultive behavior. Through theoretical instruction, practical exercises, and scenario-based simulations, participants will learn proactive strategies for crisis prevention, de-escalation techniques, and safe interventions. Participants will further engage in hands-on practice administering CPR to gain the knowledge and confidence to respond effectively to emergencies.
Provides essential training for educators, administrators, and teachers on managing assaultive behavior. Through theoretical instruction, practical exercises, and scenario-based simulations, participants will learn proactive strategies for crisis prevention, de-escalation techniques, and safe interventions. Participants will further engage in hands-on practice administering CPR to gain the knowledge and confidence to respond effectively to emergencies.
Equips facility managers, staff, and other stakeholders with the knowledge, skills, and strategies necessary to maintain a safe environment, preparing for natural events, including earthquakes and fires. Emphasizes preventive practices, emergency preparedness, earthquake and fire drills, and preserving staff and client safety at all times.
Participants will gain the knowledge and tools needed to challenge white supremacy culture, recognize personal biases, and actively work towards creating equitable and inclusive school environments. By fostering collaboration and reflection, attendees will be inspired to become agents of positive change in their educational communities. Topics include:
Participants will engage in hands-on practice to invoke the transformative power of restorative justice that will resonate throughout their community as they foster healing, promote connection, and build a more compassionate and resilient community. Attendees will be equipped with the tools and confidence to conduct effective questioning, facilitate harm circles, engage in restorative conversations, and support successful reentry circles. Topics include:
Educators will be equipped to use restorative circles as a powerful teaching tool, creating a positive and inclusive learning environment that promotes student empowerment and social-emotional growth.
Based on the acclaimed book “A Different Mirror: A History of Multicultural America” by Ronald Takaki, Ph.D. This is an intellectual and emotional journey of inquiry, intersecting the personal and professional experiences that influence our interactions with “other” – those who are different from “us.” Participants will:
Participants will delve into the transformative potential of embracing differences, as they explore the concept of belonging; and cultivate steps to uncover diverse perspectives for deeper insights. They will gain tools and strategies to foster meaningful connections and harness the power of differences to create a stronger, more interconnected community. Participants will:
Designed to empower educators to cultivate a learning community centered around critical reflection and peer support. Through collaborative exercises and discussions, participants will engage in a process of critically examining and reflecting on various aspects of their teaching practices, with a focus on promoting equitable representation, amplifying students’ voices, nurturing imagination, and fostering joy in learning. Participants will engage in hands-on practice to:
Designed to equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and insights needed to effectively navigate and engage in challenging conversations in interpersonal, and group, conflicts. Draws on theories of conflict management and interpersonal communication, providing participants with a framework for understanding the complexities of conflict, exploring multiple perspectives, and examining the personal and societal influences that can impact conflict resolution. Participants will:
Offers participants an opportunity to deepen their understanding of listening as a catalyst for personal growth, effective communication, and transformative change. Through a combination of theoretical exploration, experiential learning, and practical exercises, participants will explore the barriers to effective listening, analyze the listening process, and develop their listening skills in various contexts. Participants will:
Tailored for administrators and special education staff who play a crucial role in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process. This workshop aims to provide practical strategies and best practices to ensure that IEP meetings are collaborative, productive, and focused on the individual needs of students with disabilities.
Provides special education professionals with practical strategies and tools to enhance organization, efficiency, and productivity in their roles. Acknowledges the unique challenges faced by special education professionals and aims to equip participants with actionable techniques to streamline their workflow, manage paperwork effectively, and maintain a structured and organized work environment.
Empowers administrators and special education staff to address the unique needs and challenges faced by students who are dually identified as having disabilities and as well as being designated as an English Language Learner. Provides participants with strategies and best practices for effectively supporting and meeting the needs of these students within the special education system.
Provides administrators and special education staff with practical strategies and techniques for documenting Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings accurately and effectively. Equips participants with the skills needed to take thorough, organized, and legally compliant notes during IEP meetings, ensuring that key information is captured, and decisions are properly documented.
Designed to clarify and empower general education teachers with their vital role in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process for students with disabilities. Provides general education teachers with a comprehensive understanding of their responsibilities, collaboration strategies, and best practices for effectively supporting students with IEPs in inclusive classroom settings.
Introduces educators to the importance of incorporating disability-affirming literature into the K-8 curriculum to promote inclusion, empathy, and understanding among students. Provides participants with practical strategies, resources, and book recommendations for selecting and integrating literature that authentically represents characters with disabilities and their diverse experiences.
Empower site and district leaders with knowledge, tools, and strategies to assess, evaluate, and enhance inclusive practices within their schools and districts. Guides participants through a comprehensive examination of policies, procedures, and practices to identify areas of strength and areas for improvement in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion for all students.
Offers comprehensive support and assistance to educators, administrators, parents, and other stakeholders involved in the special education process. Whether navigating complex legal requirements, addressing challenging situations, or seeking guidance on best practices, this service provides expert advice, resources, and strategies to ensure the success and well-being of students with disabilities.
Empowers educational teams to create an inclusive and respectful learning environment for Deaf learners by addressing audism and discriminatory practices. Participants will learn actionable strategies to challenge discriminatory attitudes, ensure language access, and promote equitable education for Deaf students. By the end of the session, participants will be equipped to establish an audism-free educational setting that supports the academic, social, and emotional growth of Deaf students. Participants will:
Empowers young Deaf learners by celebrating their cultural wealth through critical Deaf Community Cultural Wealth factors. Participants will receive tools and insights to integrate these elements into Deaf children’s holistic development, ensuring a nurturing environment that supports language and identity growth. Participants will:
California’s LEAD-K Law (SB 210), enacted in 2015, transformed early language development support for Deaf infants and young children. Educators will engage in hands-on activities to utilize language milestones and access SB 210 resources to promote early language acquisition. Participants will learn to recognize age-appropriate language milestones and empower families to ensure language development accountability for Deaf children. Participants will:
Challenges the notion that families of Deaf children must choose between different language options and communication modalities (such as choosing sign language path or oralism path) based on a binary understanding of Deaf children’s language opportunities. The session explores the limitations and harmful implications of this false dichotomy framework traditionally used with families since the late 1880s, while emphasizing the diversity of young Deaf learners and the importance of considering each child’s unique needs and abilities. Participants will:
The impact of trauma on young Deaf learners is a critical area that requires attention within the field of Deaf Education. Trauma from language deprivation, social isolation, and inaccessible educational opportunities can have significant and long-lasting effects on the cognitive, social, emotional, and academic development of deaf individuals. Understanding how to recognize, address, and support trauma within educational settings is essential for fostering positive outcomes and creating accessible learning environments for Deaf learners. By capitalizing on trauma knowledge in Deaf education, educators can create more informed, responsive, and inclusive educational environments that empower Deaf learners to thrive academically, emotionally, and socially. This session seeks to equip participants with the tools, knowledge, and strategies needed to prevent traumas while supporting Deaf learners who have experienced trauma, ultimately fostering resilience, healing, and success within the learning community of Deaf students. In this session, participants will:
Language deprivation can have significant and lasting impacts on the cognitive, social, emotional, and academic development of Deaf children. Without early access to a fully developed language, deaf children may encounter challenges in various areas of their growth and well-being. Recognizing the importance of addressing language deprivation early is essential for fostering optimal development and success among Deaf children. Participants will:
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