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Practices that Uproot a Culture of Fear
October 28, 2022 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am PDT
Presented by: Brandi Kujala
We will examine the fears that exist in our schools–fears of failure, chaos, disagreement, and others–and how they get in the way of a positive school climate. We will brainstorm strategies to get at the root of these fears and how to address them with affirming, brave practices.
In this workshop we will explore:
- How fear influences leadership, relationships, and decision-making in schools.
- The cultural roots of fear-based norms and their impact on equity.
- Alternative practices that promote trust, shared power, and liberation.
By participating, you will be ready to:
- Begin applying liberatory practices that build safety and connection.
- Facilitate deeper, equity-driven dialogue with your team and community.
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About the Presenters
At Inflexion, Brandi works with schools, districts, and communities committed to ensuring every student graduates ready to learn, work, and succeed after high school. She brings previous experience to the team in building customized partnerships between New York City business leaders and principals to inspire innovation in public schools. Brandi earned her master’s degree in nonprofit management at The New School – Milano School of International Affairs, Management, and Urban Policy and a bachelor’s degree in psychology at Portland State University. She has a background in program development and implementation focusing on youth services and education, which includes teaching English as a Second Language to elementary students in Thailand and serving as a Youth Development Volunteer in the Peace Corps in Nepal.
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