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How to Use Sched: Conference sessions are first-come, first-served. The majority of our sessions will range from 30-80 people. This online schedule is to help you think in advance about which sessions you are most interested in.
You may have used Sched via a personal log-in for past Conferences. Since this is an in-person Conference and sessions are first-come, first-served, there is no log-in for attendees.
We will also offer a printed program for all attendees at the Conference, which will include session titles and locations. VENUE MAP
Join fellow white participants in a collaborative session where we’ll reflect on our role in actively shifting focus away from centering whiteness. Together, we will set personal goals and behavioral guidelines that support the work of dismantling white supremacy culture. This workshop will foster accountability and equip us to be more effective allies in creating an inclusive and equitable environment.
Senior Manager of DEI Facilitation and Coaching, Truclusion
Dane has spent more than twenty-five years working directly with youth and another eleven years facilitating inclusion and equity for youth organizations such as US Youth Soccer, USA Gymnastics, and Boston Centers for Youth and Families. Dane earned his Executive Certificate in Strategic... Read More →
The workforce continues to evolve and organizations across the expanded learning field are being called to meet the diverse needs and learning styles of program staff. This workshop explores strategies for high quality staff development and empowers supervisors to provide the right balance of guidance and support. Participants will learn a framework that aids in leveraging the natural talents of their team, serves as inspiration when challenges arise, and establishes high expectations that contribute to transformational results for youth.
In this session, participants will:
Learn Be the Change Consulting’s Arc of Staff Development, a framework to mentor and coach employees to become independent, proactive team members
Explore a spectrum of strategies to develop staff from supervision towards thought partnership
Create a process to identify opportunities for growth and build a customized professional development plan
Jae Maldonado (he/him/el) is a people-centric, strategic thinker, with over 15 years of demonstrated success in developing cross-sector programs that advance racial and gender equity. His unique experience as a transmasculine-identified Latinx activist has enabled him to lead from... Read More →
Lauren Martinez (they/them/theirs) is a being-centric, heart-led facilitator with over 17 years of direct service, coaching, and education experience. They are a Queer “Aunckie” (Uncle + Auntie) to a beautiful toddler and have been a basketball coach, a chess instructor, and a... Read More →
Join us for an engaging workshop focused on enhancing your organization’s ability to recruit and retain BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) youth development professionals. In this 90-minute session, participants will explore the importance of diversity in youth development, effective strategies for attracting BIPOC talent, best practices for creating an inclusive workplace culture, and actionable steps to develop robust recruitment and retention plans. Whether you’re a manager, recruiter, or diversity advocate, this workshop equips you with practical insights and resources to foster a more diverse and impactful team.
Senior Director of Group Services, YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties
Christian Isaac is the Senior Director of Group Services at YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties, overseeing conferences, retreats, group rentals, and partnerships across two camp and retreat locations. He brings extensive expertise in organizational leadership, program management... Read More →
In this wonderful workshop, we will address philosophies surrounding restorative practices. Participants will then walk through challenges as well as easy-to-discuss topics in a step-by-step process while they learn to facilitate circle activities by doing them. We will introduce a framework for asking inquiry-based questions for facilitation. By adopting these concepts educators will be ultimately helping students to build positive shifts in: Attitudes toward academics and school culture. Improved class attendance. Handling of face-to-face bullying and cyberbullying. Creative solving of discipline problems.
Founder of a social emotional learning company, kid-grit
Julia, an esteemed educator and national speaker, proudly serves as the co-founder of kid-grit, championing students from PK-12 with innovative curriculum and workshops. Committed to empowering educators, she provides evidence-based professional development and coaching. In 2022... Read More →
Education's power lies in its ability to embrace diversity. This session will empower out-of-school (OST) time professionals to create culturally affirming curricula and activities for historically underestimated youth. It emphasizes the transformative impact of cultural affirmation and provides practical strategies for recognizing and addressing biases. Through inclusive pedagogical approaches and continuous evaluation, participants learn to foster an educational environment that reflects and respects diverse perspectives. By joining, OST professionals become catalysts for inclusive, equitable, and empathetic education, shaping a brighter future for all learners.
CEO and Principal Education Consultant, Raines Consulting, LLC
Dr. Timothy A. Raines (he/him) is a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Consultant specializing in Cultural Competency and Inclusive Leadership Principles. His journey as a scientist, cultural navigator, equity educator, and inclusion advocate has left an indelible mark in... Read More →
