Description
Civil and Courageous Conversations
(participants must be present for the entire certificate program delivered via Zoom)
May 14, 2026, 9 am – 4:00 PM CDT
A 6-Hour Certificate Program in Civil Discourse
In a time marked by tension, division, and rapid change, the way we speak to one another matters more than ever. Civil and Courageous Conversations is a transformative, hands-on certificate program designed to equip leaders, professionals, and change-makers with the presence, skill, and confidence to engage in difficult conversations with clarity, dignity, and impact.
This immersive six-hour experience goes beyond theory. Participants learn how to communicate across differences without shrinking back or escalating conflict. They practice how to speak truth with courage, listen with intention, and stay grounded when emotions run high. Whether you are leading teams, navigating cultural differences, responding to conflict, or shaping inclusive environments, this program strengthens your capacity to lead through conversation.
Participants leave with more than a certificate. They leave with a renewed sense of confidence, a deeper understanding of themselves and others, and a personalized action plan to apply civil and courageous dialogue in their workplace, community, and daily relationships.
What You Will Learn
By the conclusion of the Civil and Courageous Conversations program, participants will be able to:
- Clearly define civil discourse and articulate why it is essential in today’s workplaces and communities
- Recognize how identity, culture, power, and emotion influence communication
- Apply active listening and strategic questioning to deepen understanding and reduce defensiveness
- Navigate disagreement, conflict, and microaggressions with intention and respect
- Establish and model shared standards for respectful, inclusive dialogue
- Demonstrate allyship and speak up in ways that advance equity and belonging
- Create and implement a personalized civil discourse action plan for real-world application
Who Should Attend
- Team leaders and people managers
- HR, DEI, and People Operations professionals
- Educators, nonprofit, and community leaders
- Facilitators, mediators, and public service professionals
- Anyone committed to leading with empathy while engaging diverse perspectives with integrity
Live Online Sessions
All live content will be held via Zoom teleconferencing software.
Investment
- Early Bird Registration – $595 USD through April 30, 2026
- Standard Registration – $695 USD after April 30, 2026
Program Includes
- Six hours of live, interactive instruction
- Civil and Courageous Conversations course materials
- Certificate of Completion
- SHRM credits available
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