Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Consulting
Do you want to know how to translate your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion into action?
Do you want your decisions and actions to be more aligned with your organization’s mission and values?
Do you want to do better yet are unsure about how to begin?
Do you want to stop repeating the same mistakes?
Do you want to feel more confident in having difficult dialogues with and among your teams?
Do you want to equip your managers with more awareness, knowledge, and skills to support their teams?
I believe that effective and meaningful systems change involves:
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Shifting from the head to the heart center.
Traditional DEI work can center an overly didactic approach, such as teaching concepts and definitions without any connection to the heart or emotions. Change happens when people are moved and the change that is being requested is in line with their values and their desire to connect with others.
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Shifting from trauma-enacting to trauma-informed.
A trauma-informed approach, one which acknowledges the nervous system and habitual ways of guarding against pain or discomfort, is crucial in addressing challenging issues that are rooted in deep and often painful personal and societal dynamics.
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Shifting power and responsibility.
Unconscious organizations often perpetuate social systems of inequity and oppression. Individuals who work in systems excel in the presence of psychological safety. I want to support you in making conscious, accountable, and equitable choices that attract, nurture, and retain people of all backgrounds.
DEI Services
Speaking Engagements
Training is truly is my passion! I can speak to your organization on a number of topics. Most commonly I provide training on creating inclusive workplace environments, especially for BIPOC, queer, and trans employees. For those in provider roles, I can provide education on affirming care across all aspects of cultural difference as well as more specific curriculum on trans health, disordered eating, body liberation, and relationships/sexuality. I tailor my presentations and workshops based on the needs of the organization/participants. Speaking engagements include didactic trainings/webinars, interactive workshops, conferences. For groups, organizations, and events of any size. Reach out to discuss your needs and ideas! My most requested workshops/trainings are Trans Inclusion and Allyship in the Workplace, Trans-Affirming Health Care, and Eating Disorders and Trans Communities.
Embodied Executive Coaching
I love helping leaders and people in influential positions understand their impact in order to grow into more connected and compassionate leaders. I provide IFS-informed coaching that will help you to feel more embodied, values-aligned, and heart-centered in your role. We will address barriers to being the kind of leader you want to be and expanding your capacity to center the needs of your organization and workplace communities.
Inclusive Design
Do you believe in diversity, equity, and inclusion but aren’t sure how to translate that into concrete action? Together we can look at all aspects of design in your workplace, including hiring practices, organizational structures, communications, workflows, social media and branding, and technology systems. I can help your teams to create systems that will help bridge values and action.
Brief Consultation or “Quick Questions”
Do you need someone to review a product or communication? Or to help with inclusive design or language? I am happy to provide brief consultation and feedback as well as make recommendations for moving your organization/project in a direction that is aligned with diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Interested in DEI consulting? Here are some questions to consider:
What are your specific goals for getting help with improving diversity, equity, and inclusion within your organization?
What are your top three needs that you would like help addressing?
Are you willing and/or equipped to make systemic changes? What do you think you would need to be ready?
I find it most helpful to have a brief call or meeting to hear about your organization’s needs and collaborate on a vision and plan for next steps. Ready to get in touch?