This highly interactive training opportunity will discuss the neurological basis for implicit bias. Participants will be able to reframe their understanding of bias and learn practical definitions for diversity, equity, and inclusion terms. Real-life examples and relevant research will be discussed to assist participants in identifying bias within various every day and educational contexts.
Adults in youth programs and education settings have a unique opportunity to provide programming and materials that allow youth to see themselves and their families represented. When we do this, we also prepare youth for interacting with the world around them and help them build skills to be better friends and bystanders. This session introduces […]
Accessibility is a buzzword, but what does it mean when you’re working with youth? This interactive session will provide an introduction to what accessibility is and why it matters in your programs and organizations. Participants will practice skills such as using inclusive language, combating microaggressions and more. No matter their role in their organization, participants […]
This highly interactive training opportunity will discuss the neurological basis for implicit bias. Participants will be able to reframe their understanding of bias and learn practical definitions for diversity, equity, and inclusion terms. Real-life examples and relevant research will be discussed to assist participants in identifying bias within various every day and educational contexts.
When an organization successfully builds a culture of inclusion, employees feel comfortable bringing their full selves to work. This interactive session will explore how to build an inclusive environment for employees including creating an accessible hiring process, staff meetings, and training. This session will be valuable to current and aspiring leaders. Note: This session will […]
Take your allyship to the next level with an introspective exploration. We often don’t notice how our own experiences of gender and attraction shape how we provide care and education for youth. Allyship isn’t about being “tolerant” or even “supportive.” It’s about ACTION - so let’s dive in!
This session will address Cultural Humility from a Haudenosaunee and Native American cultural perspective and discuss some of the historical and continuing factors that impact diverse communities but are often unrecognized by mainstream society. Using a Trauma- Informed Care approach, we will explore the multiple factors of historical traumas and the unresolved, continuing consequences of […]
Our organizations strive to serve all youth, but is your programming truly inclusive for students with disabilities? In this interactive session, participants will assess the current accessibility of their youth programming and develop strategies for increasing it. Participants will discuss the unique challenges around language as it relates to youth with disabilities. Note: This session […]
What does disability allyship mean? How can you serve as an ally both in your work and in your life more generally? During this session, you'll have the opportunity to create a personal plan for growing as an accessibility ally. You'll also explore how to find people and organizations to follow on social media or […]
