Keynotes &
Workshops
These are samples of program descriptions. All programs are developed to meet the organizational and developmental needs of the audience. Programs are available in keynote, workshop or virtual format.
ONE BETTER WORLD
Student Session
Can be keynote or program session
(in-person & virtual format available)
Privilege. Identity. Social Justice. The journey begins with you. Come learn how your identities influence all you do and how you can use this knowledge to become agents of change on campus and in our world. “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere!”
THE LEADER WITHIN: RACE, CULTURE, ETHNICITY, & LEADERSHIP
Student Session
Can be keynote or program session
(in-person & virtual format available)
How do your race, culture, and ethnicity influence your leadership style? Join us on an interactive journey as we discover ways to use our own cultural backgrounds to enhance our capabilities and to work effectively with others from diverse backgrounds.
LEAD WITH STYLE!
Student Session
Can be keynote or program session
(in-person & virtual format available)
As leaders we interact with different styles and personalities daily…some we connect with, some we clash with. I believe that our ability to work effectively in groups can be enhanced if we take time to not only develop our styles, but also to learn what makes our team members “tick”. Hold on to your seats! You’re about to find out which song best describes your personality: “Control,” “Wild Thing,” “We Are Family” or “Things That Make You Go…Hummm.”
Equity and Inclusion: Developing Sustainable Organizational Change
Professional Staff Session
2 -or- 3 hour session
(in-person & virtual format available)
All day in-person session available with co-facilitator
Program Goals ~ As a result of participating in this session attendees will:
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Use an “Inclusion Lens” to engage in authentic dialogue about the current culture and climate in the organization
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Use a 6-phase model (Multicultural Organizational Development – MCOD) to begin to analyze the degree of social justice and inclusion within the institution
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Identify specific strategic activities that support organizational movement towards becoming a more inclusive and socially just organization
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Identify next steps for sustaining organizational change
Creating a Campus Culture Committed to Equity and Inclusion
Professional Staff Session
2 -or- 3 hour session
(in-person & virtual format available)
All day in-person session available with co-facilitator
Program Goals ~ As a result of participating in this session attendees will:
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Receive some introductory key concepts and theory on diversity, equity and inclusion
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Examine the concepts of identity groups and privilege in our society
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Use an “Inclusion Lens” to engage in authentic dialogue about the current culture and climate in the organization
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Identify specific strategic activities that support organizational movement towards becoming a more inclusive and socially just organization
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Develop a process to sustain the conversations on organization change beyond the day of the presentation
THE PATH TO COMPETENCE
Professional Staff Session
Can be keynote or program session
(in-person & virtual format available)
So, you’ve facilitated a couple of diversity sessions. You’ve had individuals from historically underrepresented groups thank you for being an ally. You’ve been supportive of “well intentioned” colleagues from dominant groups. The question is: “Do you really get it?” Do you understand the extent to which your identities influence all you do? Join us on a journey that will take us to a place of deeper understanding in regard to racism, heterosexism, sexism, ablism, classism and other forms of oppression. As we provide opportunities for students to have healthy conversations on issues of inclusion, our first step should be the ongoing process of “self work”. Through a series of activities, small group work, and reflection, participants will be encouraged to examine their “cultural readiness”.
With Liberty and Justice for ALL: Our Continued Role as Social Justice Educators
Professional Staff Session
Can be keynote or program session
(in-person & virtual format available)
The term “social justice” is being used (and misused) on college and university campuses more and more these days. What are the characteristics of a campus community committed to social justice? Are we doing things in the name of social justice that are not congruent with the true spirit of equity and inclusion? In this program, twelve personal reflections on the current state of social justice education in higher education will be shared as well as an opportunity to assess your campus' successes and challenges in providing a campus environment that is welcoming to all.
THE 10 MYTHS OF SOCIAL JUSTICE
Professional Staff Session
Can be keynote or program session
(in-person & virtual format available)
The term "social justice" is being used (and misused) on college and university campuses more and more these days. What exactly is social justice? What is a socially just community? What are the characteristics of a campus community committed to social justice? In this program, the 10 myths of social justice will be shared as well as a questionnaire that can be used to measure your campus' commitment to inclusion, equity and social justice. "Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere!”
Fees
Listed below are some numbers that will give you a sense of booking fees for Vernon Wall, if you have questions and for exact fees you are encouraged to send a message and get in touch.
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Minimum speaker's fee is $6000.00 per day. This includes keynote speeches, program sessions and training.
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Facilitating sessions with selected consultants is also an option. Please contact for a list of these colleagues.