For The Community
Webinars. Keynote Speeches. Student Presentations. Parent Talks.
Each year Cultures of Dignity team works with tens of thousands of students, educators, parents, counselors, coaches, and administrators to create communities based on the belief that each person has a responsibility to treat themselves and others with dignity.
We work with communities to create presentations that are respectful of and in alignment with their history and needs. Prior to our presentations, we ask to speak to members of your community to help us tailor the content so that it is most relevant to your attendees. In some presentations, we may also ask for a community member to present with us. In those cases, we will work with you to identify a person within the community who can contribute their expertise.
Presentation and Webinar Topics
Creating a Culture of Dignity
This presentation is a call to action to create communities where young people thrive. From young people’s friendships, anxiety, social media use, conflicts with friends and family, and the constant pressure to “keep up,” we will share how to best connect with young people; especially when they need us most.
Read MoreManaging Adult Emotions in Challenging Times
One of the most crucial skills we can model for the young people is emotional intelligence. However, many of us were not explicitly taught emotional regulation skills and often feel like we are at the mercy of the emotions swirling throughout our homes. This feeling has been dramatically amplified by the pandemic, from our youngest household members to parents.
Read MoreTiny Guides for Social Emotional Wellness
Tiny Guides help you quickly comprehend core social emotional concepts, understand their impact on you and your relationships, and equip you with the tools needed to put them into action. Having a shared vocabulary around emotions is essential to young people’s development and enhances their ability to self-regulate, manage frustration, and practice effective coping strategies.
Read MoreBehind the Screens: Understanding the Power of Social Media in Young People’s Lives
How do you talk to young people about social media? How do you understand its grip on your community? How does it influence young people’s self-esteem, friendships, identity and conflicts with other people? This presentation will bring the newest insights and research on social media’s impact on emotional health, well-being, and culture.
Read MoreHow to have Hard Conversations and Create Inclusive Communities
How do we make an inclusive community where everyone feels a sense of belonging? How can we have honest conversations about discrimination and bigotry that brings us closer as a community? How do we integrate the principles of dignity with anti-racist work?
Read MoreWe also offer workshops and trainings to equip educators, leaders, and parents to better support young people.
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