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Special Programs:

All workshops, presentations, Training, and programs are offered on a sliding scale and all proceeds  collected will support Urban Spirituality Outreach Programs. Sliding scales rates may fluctuate depending on the offering of Continuing Education Credits (CEU). Sliding scale fees does not include travel expenses.  Traveling expenses are also to be covered by the booking party and plans to reimbursement for travel expenses are made on a case to case basis. 

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Contact us with any questions you have pertaining to the listed Keynotes, Workshops, and Special Programs.  We are also capable and willing to develop new material or adjust current materiel to meet your needs. Contact us below.

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Fostering Resilience with Youth of Foster Care

(Keynote/Workshop)

 

Fostering Resilience is two part event. We will first start with a keynote address that promises to motive, educate, and inspire success. We  will draw from his personal narrative and offer all in attendance a glimpse into his life as a child in foster care. He will share with you how he overcame the challenges that he faced to earn 3 college degrees and now working on his 4th.

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Fostering Resilience with Professional of Foster Care

(Keynote/Workshop)

 

Along with a keynote address we will offer a breakout session geared towards professionals (foster parents, social workers, care providers etc.) within the foster care system. We  offer a unique blend of professional and life experiences that will allow for participants to develop a deeper understanding of the needs of youth who are in foster care. Participants will leave with an increase ability to prevent burnout and avoid compassion fatigue.

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The Self and Diversity: Crossing the Intersection of Race to increase Cultural Competency

(Keynote/Workshop/Intensive Training)

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Drawing from systems theory and theories of cultural and racial identity development, historical trauma, and mindfulness, We will provide participants with a framework to help individuals reconcile the effects of historical trauma and develop Self-leadership within all areas of life.

 

Participants will have the opportunity to explore their own racially developed attitudes and to assess how these attitudes might influence meaningful relationships. Using experiential activities, participants will learn how to recognize the influence of historical trauma within relationships. Participants will also learn techniques to assist in exploring racially developed attitudes while also developing dual awareness and the qualities of Self-leadership: compassion, courage, calm, connection, confidence, creativity and clarity.

 

Participants will:

  • Increase their ability to work across racial differences

  • Increase the ability to connect with the shared humanity that binds us all

  • Develop skills that will increase their ability gain clarity when face with issues of difference

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Reconciling Historical Trauma in Students of Color

(Keynote/Workshop)

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This workshop introduces participants to multicultural student development through a historical trauma lens. We will speak on the topic of historical trauma and its effects on students of color at predominantly White institutions of higher education. Participants are lead through experiential and mindfulness exercises to deepen their understanding of historical trauma and how to cope with issues of discrimination and hate.

 

The purpose of this workshop is to guide participants in developing a systemic perspective of the effects of historical trauma on people of color, specifically, college students of color.

 

Participants will:

  • Develop skills in assessing and coping with historical trauma

  • Integrate mindfulness practices and higher order thinking into coping strategies aimed to reconciling historical trauma

  • Develop a higher awareness and better understanding of "Self Leadership"

  • Microaggressions: The Little Things That Matter

  • (Workshop)

  • Participants will explore microaggression and how they affect individuals within diverse communities. Microaggressions are common verbal, behavioral, and environmental indignities, whether intentional or unintentional, that communicates hostile or negative slights to individuals who represent various cultural groups. This workshop will provide steps in addressing microaggressions so that you are able to succeed within leadership and professional roles.

 

Goals of workshop:

 

  • Increase attendees understanding of microaggressions

  • Increase attendees awareness of the psychological impact  of microaggressions

  • Provide attendees with tools that will increase their ability to remain professional and maintain leadership qualities when responding to microaggressions

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Mission
 

Urban Spirituality is built on the integration of spirituality into every facet of life.  We aim to spread positive vibes to those who we encounter. Our purpose is to uplift and inspire across cultural differences and enhance social justice advocacy through spiritual enhancement, research, and training.

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It is our beliefs that people of all walks of life are inherently good and are functioning to the best of their ability. The programs, which are offered are committed to aligning with a person’s inherently good nature to increase their ability to advocate for themselves in ways that promote lasting change, empathy, and compassion.

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Urban Spiritual Outreach Programs is a Non-Profit, 501(c)(3), Corporation: Articles of Incorporation

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