Our Services
Providing community- and equity-building consultations in Vermont and beyond.
Through in-person or virtual consultations and trainings, our work helps community and organizational leaders solve complex problems, and build the relationships needed to move toward a more equitable and just society.
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Community Engagement
Unlock the power and shared vision of community.
The Creative Discourse Team of talented associates designs and facilitates inclusive processes that connect the voices of community members (especially those whose voices have traditionally been marginalized) with decision-makers. We help communities come together in fun, highly interactive, culturally appropriate settings to solve problems, plan for the future and build community.
We offer:
Strategy Development
Youth Engagement
Dialogue Series
Community Forums
Community Organizing
Education and Training
We offer interactive learning experiences that combine informative content with ample opportunities for dialogue and relationship building. We customize our offerings based on client needs and create space for the collective wisdom and lived experience of participants to come forward.
Our education programs and trainings cover:
Understanding and Addressing Inequity, Racism and Bias
Principles & Best Practices for Equitable Public Engagement
Facilitator Trainings
Community Organizing
Connecting Community Input with Decision-making
Leading With An Equity Lens
Leadership Development
Consistent with our philosophy that transformational change within organizations lies directly with the transformation of the people within them, we support the growth and development of organizational leaders and executive leadership teams.
Build your organization's leadership capacity and talk with us about how we might help fill skill and knowledge gaps through our custom tailored and personable coaching and consultation services.
We offer:
Executive Coaching and Counsel
Director Level Leadership Coaching
Board Consultation
Executive Peer Coaching and Group Facilitation
Organizational Change
In today’s evolving world, it is critical that organizations build a culture that embraces change. To create lasting and sustainable solutions to complex problems, our approach incorporates organizational assessments, employee support, competencies around equity and inclusion, and alignment with strategic plan goals.
The Creative Discourse Team of associates can help your team implement a collaborative change process that centers equity and inclusion.
We offer:
Change Management and Communication
Strategic Planning and Organizational Development
Organizational Equity Assessment
Racial Equity Initiative Design and Implementation
Employee Resource Group Development and Support
Speaking Events
The Creative Discourse Group’s team of associates delivers innovative and engaging talks that inspire creativity and empower diverse audiences. These conversations are driven by our robust mix of talent and stem from both professional and personal experiences.
Connect with us and let our thought leaders energize your team.
