What's an ally?

An ally is a person who belongs to a dominant group and consistently takes action to challenge the status quo in order to promote inclusiveness and social justice. During these extraordinary times where people are becoming aware (or more aware) of racial, social, and structural injustices, the need to actively support marginalized groups has increased. People want to do more and be effective in their support and advocacy. It's often hard to know the best ways to do this - and that's okay. People will make mistakes during their journey as an ally, but they don't have to figure this out all alone.

During this interactive workshop, Kanesha will lead participants in a safe and exploratory session focused on:

Becoming an ally

Expanding your ally lexicon

Listening for understanding

Building your "disrupter" skills

Increasing your wellness tool

[This workshop will take place via Zoom]

Bio

Kanesha Baynard is an author, creativity expert and productivity specialist. She also considers herself to be the love child of Oprah Winfrey and Martha Stewart. Kanesha founded the Bold Living Today community which helps people disrupt unfulfilling patterns through creativity. She specializes in helping teens and parents (re)connect through her Individual Connectedness program. Kanesha also supports creatives through brainstorming sessions, ideation bootcamp, and business development mapping. Kanesha’s work has been featured in Fast Company, HuffPost Live, U.S. News and World Report, TiLT Parenting Podcast, Parents Magazine, WVON 1690 AM radio, and the Chicago Tribune. She has also appeared on the Dr. Oz Show.

This event is co-sponsored by Los Altos High School's PTSA and ASB

Developing Your Ally Skills 101