Race, Equity, and Inclusion

This highly interactive training provides a comprehensive introduction to race, equity, and inclusion.  Through exercises and discussions, participants will learn about the dimensions of racism, build a clear understanding of key concepts, and gain the tools to challenge inequities in their workplaces.

PRESENTER: Charesha Barrett is the founder and president of CHARP EDucation Consulting (CHARPED), a nationally recognized diversity and inclusion (D&I) consulting and training firm.  The foundation of Barrett’s experience was developed from her domestic and international roles in academic leadership, staff development, and program planning. She is a former instructional coach, learning coordinator, and teacher. In response to America’s demographic shift and increasingly divisive political climate, Barrett decided to expand her activities to include diversity and inclusion. Through her roles as advisor, trainer and facilitator, Barrett consults with businesses, nonprofits, government agencies and educational institutions on meeting their performance and D&I goals through building and sustaining inclusive work environments for both their employees and clients. Barrett graduated from The University of Akron with a B.S. in Education. She has an M.Ed. in Supervision, as well as an M.Ed. in Adult Learning and Development, both from Cleveland State University. In addition, she has an Administrative Specialist License in Curriculum, Instruction & Professional Development.

Tea and Coffee Provided. Vending Machines Available.