New Workshop! Speaking Up without Shutting Down
- Cultures Connecting
- Jul 29
- 1 min read
Updated: Jul 30
If we want to create a world where racism no longer thrives, we must examine how we show up when conversations get hard. Too often, the very moments that matter most are the ones where we lose our grounding—when emotions rise, voices shut down, and the opportunity for understanding slips away.
Our newest workshop facilitated by Dr. Caprice Hollins, Speaking Up without Shutting Down: Tools for Hard Conversations, is about leading with purpose. It’s about recognizing the ways we unintentionally derail progress—by reacting instead of responding, speaking without listening, or pulling back when the conversation feels uncomfortable. Through reflection, dialogue, and practice, you’ll learn strategies to stay present, repair relationships when harm happens, and foster authentic connection—even in tense moments.
Through individual reflection, small-group dialogue, and practical exercises, you will:
Know your “why” for doing this work.
Examine core values to keep you grounded during difficult conversations.
Surface unconscious needs that shape your reaction in challenging moments.
Learn strategies to recognize and manage emotional triggers in real time.
Become self-aware of how you are getting in the way of the work
This virtual workshop will be held Thursday & Friday, September 25 & 26 at 8:30-12:00 PT / 11:30-3:00 ET. To learn more and register, visit the link below!
