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Monday, September 1
 

12:30pm EDT

Intro Recorded Cultural Proficiency: A Way of Being
Monday September 1, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Cultural Proficiency: A Way of Being  allows individuals and organizations to interact effectively with people. It is a developmental approach for addressing the issues and opportunities that emerge in diverse environments. Our life journeys have been shaped by race and culture and often influence the way we interface with others.

In this recorded, 3-part workshop, Cultural Proficiency: A Way of Being, facilitated by Minh Nguyen, Telesha Mervin, and Susan Richards, individuals and organizations will explore how to effectively interact with people, regardless of their culture or identity.
​This workshop provides participants with insights and tools to support increased cultural proficiency in their roles working with youth, families, and colleagues. ​​

Register here to request a link to the Cultural Proficiency Training videos.   After watching the video you will be required to complete the Cultural Proficiency quiz to receive credit for this training.
Monday September 1, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Online https://www.agendaforchildrenost.org/training-opportunities.html

12:30pm EDT

Intro Recorded Gender Identity and Gender Dynamics
Monday September 1, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
In this recorded workshop, facilitate by Minh Nguyen, participants explore how the
concepts and expressions of gender are quickly expanding for our youth. And the impact of the pandemic on our youth in needing to learn and socialize virtually has led to less gender freedom for them.

Through a deep dive into our own gender identity development, this 2 part video training covers language & definitions for LGBTQ+ terms, and approaches & strategies for creating gender inclusive environments in youth programs and beyond. This training focuses mainly on gender identity formation for youth in grades 4 - 12.

This workshop will expand on the question: "What does gender have to do with it?", and provide space for participants to talk about and answer "What is gender and why does it organize so much of our lives?"

Register here to request a link to the Gender Dynamics & Gender Identity Training videos.   After watching the video you will be required to complete the Gender Dynamics quiz to receive credit for this training.
Monday September 1, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Online https://www.agendaforchildrenost.org/training-opportunities.html
 
Tuesday, October 7
 

10:00am EDT

Inclusive Practices
FILLING
Tuesday October 7, 2025 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity filling up
Intermediate Level Equity & Access

NOTE:
Must watch Intro to Inclusive Practices video  prior to in person training
Must sign up for BOTH dates, Oct 7th, Nov 6th

Sign ups close October 1st

Inclusive Practices 
Facilitated by Zach Solomons & Demi Atkins
This training will introduce participants to the concept of inclusion and explore ways to support students with identified needs or disabilities in Out of School Time settings. Participants will learn how to cultivate and sustain an inclusive mindset, while gaining practical strategies to integrate into their programs.


Speakers
avatar for Zachary Solomons

Zachary Solomons

Manager of Inclusion Services, City of Cambridge
Zach Solomons is the Manager of Inclusion Services at the Department of Human Service Programs in Cambridge, where he leads the Inclusion Initiative. This program is dedicated to ensuring students with identified needs or disabilities receive the supports and accommodations necessary... Read More →
avatar for Demi Akins

Demi Akins

Inclusion Specialist, City of Cambridge
Demi Akins is an Inclusion Specialist at the Department of Human Service Programs in Cambridge. Demi is a Cambridge Native who holds years of experience working with students in both clinical and educational settings. Demi strongly values the importance of Out of School Time programs... Read More →
Tuesday October 7, 2025 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
344 Broadway 344 BroadwayCambridge, MA 02139
 
Thursday, November 6
 

10:00am EST

Inclusive Practices
FILLING
Thursday November 6, 2025 10:00am - 12:30pm EST
Limited Capacity filling up
Intermediate Level Equity & Access

NOTE:
Must watch Intro to Inclusive Practices video prior to in person training
Must sign up for BOTH dates, Oct 7th, Nov 6th

Sign ups close October 1st

Inclusive Practices 
Facilitated by Zach Solomons & Demi Atkins
This training will introduce participants to the concept of inclusion and explore ways to support students with identified needs or disabilities in Out of School Time settings. Participants will learn how to cultivate and sustain an inclusive mindset, while gaining practical strategies to integrate into their programs.


Speakers
avatar for Zachary Solomons

Zachary Solomons

Manager of Inclusion Services, City of Cambridge
Zach Solomons is the Manager of Inclusion Services at the Department of Human Service Programs in Cambridge, where he leads the Inclusion Initiative. This program is dedicated to ensuring students with identified needs or disabilities receive the supports and accommodations necessary... Read More →
avatar for Demi Akins

Demi Akins

Inclusion Specialist, City of Cambridge
Demi Akins is an Inclusion Specialist at the Department of Human Service Programs in Cambridge. Demi is a Cambridge Native who holds years of experience working with students in both clinical and educational settings. Demi strongly values the importance of Out of School Time programs... Read More →
Thursday November 6, 2025 10:00am - 12:30pm EST
Russell Youth Community Center 680 Huron Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
 
Friday, November 7
 

9:30am EST

Identity and Power at Work: Being the Change We Seek
LIMITED
Friday November 7, 2025 9:30am - 12:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Identity and Power at Work: Being the Change We Seek
Our identities shape how we see the world—and how the world sees us. In this interactive workshop, participants will explore the ways that identity, privilege, and power dynamics influence our relationships, decisions, and organizational culture. Together, we’ll reflect on how each of us can lead with greater awareness and accountability, and practice strategies for aligning our daily actions with the values of equity and inclusion. 

Speakers
AR

Anissa Ray

Anissa Ray is a people-centered leader and consultant with over 15 years of experience advancing equity, leadership, and organizational development in the public health and social justice sectors. She specializes in helping mission-driven organizations design and implement strategic... Read More →
Friday November 7, 2025 9:30am - 12:30pm EST
Russell Youth Community Center 680 Huron Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
  Equity & Access, Introductory
  • about Kristen Handricken is an organizational development consultant who believes in the power of individuals and communities to create the transformational change we seek in the world. With a career that began in Cambridge and spans multiple sectors, Kristen has three decades of experience assisting public and human-serving organizations in doing just that – developing people, policies and practices that advance equity and justice. Kristen brings a wealth of experience supporting staff of youth development and family serving agencies. As an educator and trainer, she has led small and large-scale organizational learning and capacity-building initiatives for such organizations as the Boston Public Health Commission, Boston University, as well as school districts across the nation. As Founder and Principal of Institute Equity, LLC, Kristen blends systems thinking, trauma-informed practice, and transformative leadership to guide organizations through complex transitions—helping teams turn individual insight into collective action and align impact with intention. Expert in group facilitation and restorative practices, Kristen creates spaces where honest dialogue, critical reflection, and collective learning become the catalyst for individual and organizational transformation. Above all, Kristen believes deeply in the capacity of individuals to lead transformational change, when powered with the clarity, courage, and tools to do so.
 
Thursday, January 1
 

12:30pm EST

Intro Recorded Cultural Proficiency: A Way of Being
Thursday January 1, 2026 12:30pm - 1:30pm EST
Cultural Proficiency: A Way of Being  allows individuals and organizations to interact effectively with people. It is a developmental approach for addressing the issues and opportunities that emerge in diverse environments. Our life journeys have been shaped by race and culture and often influence the way we interface with others.

In this recorded, 3-part workshop, Cultural Proficiency: A Way of Being, facilitated by Minh Nguyen, Telesha Mervin, and Susan Richards, individuals and organizations will explore how to effectively interact with people, regardless of their culture or identity.
​This workshop provides participants with insights and tools to support increased cultural proficiency in their roles working with youth, families, and colleagues. ​​

Register here to request a link to the Cultural Proficiency Training videos.   After watching the video you will be required to complete the Cultural Proficiency quiz to receive credit for this training.
Thursday January 1, 2026 12:30pm - 1:30pm EST
Online https://www.agendaforchildrenost.org/training-opportunities.html

12:30pm EST

Intro Recorded Gender Identity and Gender Dynamics
Thursday January 1, 2026 12:30pm - 1:30pm EST
In this recorded workshop, facilitate by Minh Nguyen, participants explore how the
concepts and expressions of gender are quickly expanding for our youth. And the impact of the pandemic on our youth in needing to learn and socialize virtually has led to less gender freedom for them.

Through a deep dive into our own gender identity development, this 2 part video training covers language & definitions for LGBTQ+ terms, and approaches & strategies for creating gender inclusive environments in youth programs and beyond. This training focuses mainly on gender identity formation for youth in grades 4 - 12.

This workshop will expand on the question: "What does gender have to do with it?", and provide space for participants to talk about and answer "What is gender and why does it organize so much of our lives?"

Register here to request a link to the Gender Dynamics & Gender Identity Training videos.   After watching the video you will be required to complete the Gender Dynamics quiz to receive credit for this training.
Thursday January 1, 2026 12:30pm - 1:30pm EST
Online https://www.agendaforchildrenost.org/training-opportunities.html
 
Friday, February 27
 

10:00am EST

Meaningful Inclusion: A perspective many years in the making
LIMITED
Friday February 27, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
  1. Trauma-informed practices for classrooms and programs
  2. Techniques for responding to challenging behaviors without escalation
  3. Reflective communication strategies (e.g., W.A.I.T. – Why Am I Talking?)
  4. Methods for embedding anti-racist and inclusive principles in programming
  5. Practical coaching tools to strengthen staff capacity

Mia Klinger is a career special educator who has been a teacher, program director, and administrator at the kindergarten through graduate school levels. She has committed much of her career to working with children and families impacted by trauma, social-emotional disabilities, and school challenges. In 2022, Mia founded JOYweavers, an agency committed to serving this population and to promoting meaningful inclusion. JOYweavers offers summer programming, school-year events for campers, consultation for families around IEPs and special education issues and opportunities for all to find community.



Speakers
avatar for Mia Klinger

Mia Klinger

Executive Director, JOYweavers
Mia Klinger is a career special educator who has been a teacher, program director, and administrator at the kindergarten through graduate school levels. She has committed much of her career to working with children and families impacted by trauma, social-emotional disabilities, and... Read More →
Friday February 27, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EST
Cambridge Public Library - Valente Branch 826 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA 02141
 
Friday, April 10
 

10:00am EDT

Elementary High-Needs Students & the Continuum of Academic Care: What is the Impact of Out of School Programs?
LIMITED
Friday April 10, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
This training is being presented as part of a Capstone Project for Bay Path University. By the end of this three-part professional development series, participants will be able to:





  • Recognize differences in typical and neurodivergent development that affect students’ participation, attention, and behavior in out of school program routines.

  • Identify how out of school program environments, expectations, and routines can either support or limit student engagement and regulation across the academic day.

  • Reflect on and discuss the interaction between the student, the environment, and daily routines when supporting neurodivergent learners in out-of-school programs.
  • Use practical strategies and accommodations to support participation, regulation, and access for neurodivergent students within out of school settings.


    Participants are expected to commit to all sessions.
  • 4/10
  • 4/17
  • 5/1

Speakers
avatar for Fay Burgess Backert

Fay Burgess Backert

Occupational Therapist, King Open School
Dr. Burgess-backert evaluates the interaction between work and health. Occupational medicine physicians have general knowledge of worksite operations and are familiar with the toxic properties of materials used by employees and the potential hazards and stressors of work processes... Read More →
Friday April 10, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
344 Broadway 344 BroadwayCambridge, MA 02139
 
Friday, April 17
 

10:00am EDT

Elementary High-Needs Students & the Continuum of Academic Care: What is the Impact of Out of School Programs?
LIMITED
Friday April 17, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
This training is being presented as part of a Capstone Project for Bay Path University. By the end of this three-part professional development series, participants will be able to:
  • Recognize differences in typical and neurodivergent development that affect students’ participation, attention, and behavior in out of school program routines.

  • Identify how out of school program environments, expectations, and routines can either support or limit student engagement and regulation across the academic day.

  • Reflect on and discuss the interaction between the student, the environment, and daily routines when supporting neurodivergent learners in out-of-school programs.
  • Use practical strategies and accommodations to support participation, regulation, and access for neurodivergent students within out of school settings.


    Participants are expected to commit to all sessions.
  • 4/10
  • 4/17
  • 5/1

Speakers
avatar for Fay Burgess Backert

Fay Burgess Backert

Occupational Therapist, King Open School
Dr. Burgess-backert evaluates the interaction between work and health. Occupational medicine physicians have general knowledge of worksite operations and are familiar with the toxic properties of materials used by employees and the potential hazards and stressors of work processes... Read More →
Friday April 17, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
344 Broadway 344 BroadwayCambridge, MA 02139
 
Friday, May 1
 

10:00am EDT

Elementary High-Needs Students & the Continuum of Academic Care: What is the Impact of Out of School Programs?
LIMITED
Friday May 1, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
This training is being presented as part of a Capstone Project for Bay Path University. By the end of this three-part professional development series, participants will be able to:
  • Recognize differences in typical and neurodivergent development that affect students’ participation, attention, and behavior in out of school program routines.

  • Identify how out of school program environments, expectations, and routines can either support or limit student engagement and regulation across the academic day.

  • Reflect on and discuss the interaction between the student, the environment, and daily routines when supporting neurodivergent learners in out-of-school programs.
  • Use practical strategies and accommodations to support participation, regulation, and access for neurodivergent students within out of school settings.


    Participants are expected to commit to all sessions.
  • 4/10
  • 4/17
  • 5/1

Speakers
avatar for Fay Burgess Backert

Fay Burgess Backert

Occupational Therapist, King Open School
Dr. Burgess-backert evaluates the interaction between work and health. Occupational medicine physicians have general knowledge of worksite operations and are familiar with the toxic properties of materials used by employees and the potential hazards and stressors of work processes... Read More →
Friday May 1, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Russell Youth Community Center 680 Huron Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
 
Friday, May 8
 

10:00am EDT

Identity and Power at Work: Being the Change We Seek
LIMITED
Friday May 8, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Identity and Power at Work: Being the Change We Seek
Our identities shape how we see the world—and how the world sees us. In this interactive workshop, participants will explore the ways that identity, privilege, and power dynamics influence our relationships, decisions, and organizational culture. Together, we’ll reflect on how each of us can lead with greater awareness and accountability, and practice strategies for aligning our daily actions with the values of equity and inclusion. 

​MUST COMMIT TO BOTH SESSIONS
Speakers
AR

Anissa Ray

Anissa Ray is a people-centered leader and consultant with over 15 years of experience advancing equity, leadership, and organizational development in the public health and social justice sectors. She specializes in helping mission-driven organizations design and implement strategic... Read More →
Friday May 8, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Russell Youth Community Center 680 Huron Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
 
Friday, May 15
 

10:00am EDT

Identity and Power at Work: Being the Change We Seek
LIMITED
Friday May 15, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Identity and Power at Work: Being the Change We Seek
Our identities shape how we see the world—and how the world sees us. In this interactive workshop, participants will explore the ways that identity, privilege, and power dynamics influence our relationships, decisions, and organizational culture. Together, we’ll reflect on how each of us can lead with greater awareness and accountability, and practice strategies for aligning our daily actions with the values of equity and inclusion. 

​MUST COMMIT TO BOTH SESSIONS

Speakers
AR

Anissa Ray

Anissa Ray is a people-centered leader and consultant with over 15 years of experience advancing equity, leadership, and organizational development in the public health and social justice sectors. She specializes in helping mission-driven organizations design and implement strategic... Read More →
Friday May 15, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Russell Youth Community Center 680 Huron Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
 

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