Equity and Inclusion: Embracing Equity in Schools and Workplaces (Part 1)

This workshop sets the foundation for understanding and incorporating equity in organizational practice by focusing on the following questions: What is equity? and Why is equity important? This workshop also will provide common language regarding equity terms and provide context to systemic inequities existing in national, state and local practices. This is the first workshop in the equity and inclusion training series.

Education and Inclusion: Understanding and Dismantling Barriers to Equity (Part 2)

The successful incorporation of equity-focused policies and practices requires a deeper understanding and discussion on the internal perceptions and beliefs. The internal work of leaders requires an in-depth examination of the following topics: privilege, intersectionality, bias, inclusion, cultural proficiency, and culturally responsive leadership. This is the second workshop in the equity and inclusion training series.

Effective Communication as a Visible Leader

As local leaders, the media and community will more scrutinize communication from public comments to social media posts. This workshop explains best practices for navigating both digital and traditional channels of communication, offering learning through scenario-based facilitated discussions.

Strategic Planning and Alignment

Does your leadership team lack a clear understanding of your strategic plan? Do leaders have a collective sense of purpose aligned with the organization initiatives? This introductory workshop guides the leadership team to collectively review and analyze components of the strategic plan and guiding statements of mission, vision, core values and goals. Local officials will better understand what makes a clear, compelling goal statement. The workshop ends with an outline of the process the leadership team can use to collectively set high-level goals.

Building a Better Board Culture

Collective governance is challenging — even more so in an environment where individuals view their role from different lenses. But effective boards must embrace healthy conflict, set common expectations, and learn how to communicate clearly to govern effectively. How can boards adjust when new members or new leadership seem to change the existing dynamic? This workshop is built on the premise that diversity is a strength, and the most effective leaders understand how to build rapport with their colleagues, advocate for their positions effectively and find common ground to act.