Shaashawn “The Voyce” Dial                                                     

Fri., Dec 7th    Time: 10:30 - 12:00p

“Diversity, Multiculturalism, and Inclusion... Are you the 'show up' for diversity? Are you the 'show off' for multiculturalism? Are you the 'showstopper' for inclusion? It is showtime for equity!”

Are you the 'show up' for diversity? Are you the 'show off' for multiculturalism? Are you the 'showstopper' for inclusion? It is showtime for equity! How are you showing up for clients on an individual, communal, organizational, and institutional level? This interactive facilitation experience will provide an opportunity to: (l ) experience spoken word as a tool for connection, (2) define the isms, (3) provide an opportunity to introspect and reflect on identities in a 'brave space', (4) identify at least two privileges you possess, and (5) embrace fluidity as a tool of resistance… what you do & how you do it.

This session is designed to motivate practioners/attendees to classify binary thinking and "bust the binary" in the counseling process.

Bio:

Shaashawn “The Voyce” Dial is an award-winning radio broadcaster, thrice published passionate poet, multi-sensory workshop facilitator, edutaining mistress of ceremonies and seasoned speaker. The founder and owner of Voycetress Media, LLC: Putting Your Voice in the Foreground, she provides services that affirm and empower individuals and organizations via workshop facilitation and training on diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion, social justice topics and advocacy for LGBTQ+ loving communities. She is currently pursuing a PhD in Administration and Leadership Studies at IUP - Dixon Center and holds a Masters in Public Administration from Shippensburg University, B.A. in Philosophy, Law, and Rhetoric from Stephens College, Graduate Certificate in Academic Advising in Higher Education from Kansas State University, and graduate of Diversity Leadership Academy.  Shaashawn serves as Director of Social Equity & Affirmative Action for the City of Harrisburg, and as Immediate Past President of the Board of Directors of the LGBT Center of Central PA.  Her greatest passion is creating outlets for all persons to discover their voice.