Programs & Training
A Leading Advocate for Justice, Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion
We strive to reach toward our vision of creating communities where all people are connected, respected, and valued. Our mission is to eliminate bias, bigotry, and racism wherever it occurs — in schools, workplaces, and communities.
Learn more about our diversity and inclusion programs below or contact us to start a conversation!
Each year, our combined programs touch more than 7,000 people in 11 counties throughout Northeast Ohio!
“I’ve attended several programs like this before, but I wanted to say that this is the first time I’ve felt really safe and comfortable. This was definitely the best I’ve attended. I learned a lot, this was great!”
—Student Participant
School & Youth Programs
Empowering youth and youth-serving professionals to become change agents.
Our workshops engage students in Social Emotional Learning (SEL) strategies focused on exploring self-awareness, collaboration, and social responsibility through the lens of diversity leadership. Additionally, we offer workshops and training geared toward educators and youth-serving professionals to equip them with the skills and tools necessary to create inclusive school environments.
“This was a great workshop! I'm sure it’s daunting to lead 4 hours of mandatory training for a company, but it went very quickly. I'm so impressed with how engaging and educational this workshop was. The presenters did a wonderful job facilitating discussion and keeping the topics moving… Excellent work!”
—SHIFT Consulting Client
SHIFT Consulting
Solutions for Healthy, Inclusive, and Functioning Teams
We work with organizations and corporations to SHIFT individual behaviors, interpersonal interactions, management practices, procedures, and policies to create inclusive and equitable opportunities that foster feelings of belonging for everyone. These practices enable organizations to attract, engage, and retain top talent.
“LeadDIVERSITY provided a place for me to truly take my understanding of and advocacy for diversity, equity, and inclusion to the next level. Having open and honest small group discussions with professionals from various fields and backgrounds was incredibly valuable and impactful.”
—LeadDIVERSITY Graduate
LeadDIVERSITY
Developing Northeast Ohio’s leaders in diversity, equity, and inclusion.
A select group of professionals engage with community leaders and one another to raise the participants’ awareness of diversity, inclusion, and equity issues, build their leadership skills, and enhance their network. Each session is designed to help participants explore the concepts of diversity, equity, inclusion, and leadership and to analyze its personal, workplace, and community impact.
An NFJC Member
The Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio is a member of the National Federation for Just Communities (NFJC), a network of like-minded organizations working across America to bring the values of diversity, inclusion, and social justice to our schools, workplaces, and communities.
Are You Ready to Spark Positive Change?
If you are interested in transforming mindsets at the place where you live, work, teach, or go to school, we can help!
