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General Diversity Services: The Culture C.O.-O.P. conducts keynotes, seminars, and presentations on diversity, designed to increase the cultural competency of individuals and organizations. We work with both children and adults in a variety of settings and from many different backgrounds. Our presentations are designed to be informative, interactive and insightful on a personal and organizational level. We customize our diversity services to meet your unique needs.Diversity 101: Focuses on self-awareness and the importance of self-examination in becoming culturally aware. Examines our biases and stereotypes and how our stereotypes affect how we interact with others. Encourages participants to do exercises provided in a take-home packet to explore individual characteristics and traits more deeply. Click here for a detailed classroom agenda. Diversity 101 is a pre-requisite for all of the more advance diversity trainings.
Diversity 102: Continues self-examination started in Diversity 101. Briefly discusses relationship building and team building which is critical to becoming more culturally competent. Explores basic methods of self-exploration to lay the foundation for effective cross-cultural communication which also plays a key role in becoming more culturally competent. Involves identifying and implementing one possible individual action item.
Advanced Diversity Topics: Advanced in-services are only for participants who have been exposed to other diversity trainings, multi-cultural settings and experiences. They cover interpersonal relationships in depth, explore key ethnic groups, study institutions and biased practices. The topics covered actually expose participants to a wide range of Diversity issues. Systems are explored and examined in detail as well as the history of "isms" and their impact on people and organizations today. Participants and organizations are given assignments and plans to increase their overall cultural competence.
Keynote/Distinguished Speaker: Sandy Holman has been a keynote/featured speaker at numerous organizations. She has spoken on a variety of topics and has been a special guest at educational conferences and literary events. An award winning author, specializing in multicultural literature, Sandy has impacted thousands of people with her gentle approaches to dealing with difficult issues affecting our youth and the adults who serve them. She is known for her optimistic and proactive approach in serving others and has won numerous awards for her accomplishments. She is effective with both youth and adults and is a tireless advocate for increasing awareness in the area of diversity and support for Public Education. Participants have rated her presentations as outstanding!Motivational Seminar: This seminar is perfect for individuals and organizations experiencing “burnout” and apathy about the work they do. Participants are given the opportunity to reconnect with what is important to them and their organization. Exercises which stimulate and reenergize are conducted and illustrate how to bring a little fun into each day. Past participants in this workshop, often report feeling re-committed to individual and organizational objectives.
Staff Retreats: The Culture C.O.-O.P. facilitates retreats for staff which honors the true meaning of the word "Retreat". Our staff retreats are designed to give organizations an opportunity to honor and give something back to their staff. Participants have the opportunity to feel pampered, appreciated, and become reenergized about the work that they do. The day is fun, productive and inspiring.. Although organizations requesting staff Retreats, may request that some organizational planning occur, we encourage that this is kept to a minimum. Many have found giving their staff a true retreat has resulted in many positive outcomes for their organization.Mentor Program Development: This is an excellent workshop for organizations interested in beginning a Mentoring program and/or fine tuning an existing one. Participants learn the key components of successful mentoring programs and focus on how to ensure a programs long term success. In addition, participants receive a resource list with valuable contacts numbers and resources. Highly recommended for any mentoring program.
Alcohol and Drug Prevention Workshops: This workshop gives an excellent summary of key effective strategies used in successful prevention programs. Participants are exposed to the latest research on resilient youth and are given a highlight of some the most successful prevention programs in the country. The workshop is hands on and is recommended for anyone working with alcohol and drug related issues.
Parent Involvement Seminars: This innovative and practical workshop discusses how to increase parent involvement in schools and community organizations. Participants are exposed to common and successful practices which have increased parent involvement in selected programs all over the country. We have found that parents do care and when approached in the right way, will support identified goals within a variety of organizational settings.Team Building Workshops: The Culture C.O.-O.P. facilitates team-building workshops for organizations trying to build cooperation and efficiency among staff members. The workshops are designed to increase trust and encourage conflict resolution among co-workers. Attendees participate in a variety of exercises and vignettes that address common issues which can hinder the effectiveness of reaching organizational goals. The day long workshop is designed to be fun and interactive.
Change Management Seminars: These seminars are designed to address organizations which are being impacted by change. Participants will receive information on the benefits and challenges of change within their organization. It is designed to help organizations transition staff so that they have a deeper understanding of new mandates and goals set by leadership.
Communication Skills Workshops: This workshop is designed to increase effective communication among staff members. Participants will learn the basics of good communication skills and have the opportunity to practice common communication techniques.
Positive Youth/Adult Development: This workshop is designed to be inspirational in nature, giving participants an opportunity to explore personal and organizational goals. Participants will discuss common blocks to personal growth which hinder effectiveness in their personal and career objectives.
Author Days: The Culture C.O.-O.P. offers exciting visits to schools, bookstores, community organizations, businesses and corporations. Participants interact with Sandy Lynne Holman, and participate in a fun filled interactive presentation that celebrates and promotes respect for diversity, elders, education and reading. Author visits are one are most popular services and thousands have responded to Sandy's boundless positive energy. Her visits inspire people, give people hope and encourage more understanding of our diverse world. These author visits are appropriate for adults and children alike. Be prepared for a memorable event!Author Signings: The Culture C.O.-O.P. conducts author signings with Author Sandy Lynne Holman. Individuals and Organizations can request to have Sandy come to their organizations so that staff and the community can purchase her books and get a personalized autograph. Sandy also speaks about what is involved in getting your work published and shares what inspires the work she does. Author Signings are subject to availability and fees for appearance.
Youth/Adult Events: The Culture C.O.-O.P. assists organizations in planning special events for their organization and/or the community. We offer advice, and resources so that you can ensure your event will be a success. We pay attention to detail and especially specialize in working with our clients to make sure they incorporate diversity into their events.