In-Person Training
We have delivered onsite training and presentations to government departments, political parties, multinational companies, not-for-profits, and community groups.
From our experience, we believe that in-person communications are powerful for deep-dive information exchange, and facilitating difficult conversations and shared learning experiences.
Live Virtual Training
The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the use of virtual events and meetings. We utilize technology to enhance the accessibility of our training solutions.
Through this channel, we can offer benefits such as cross-team collaboration, instant feedback, and flexibility. Virtual sessions can also be recorded and accessed later for those who cannot attend live sessions.
Online Training
We believe that training materials should be easily accessible and stimulating. Through online and on-demand channels, clients can access modular training comprising of videos, materials, and digital experiences.
Utilizing an on-demand training approach allows companies to track their training investment, educate their workforce at scale, and set up onboarding structures.
Our Training Focus Areas
Preventing Harassment in the Workplace
Organizations have a legal and ethical obligation to foster psychologically safe environments. A comprehensive harassment prevention course equips leaders and staff with the knowledge and tools needed to understand recent Nova Scotia regulatory changes, recognize different forms of harassment, and respond appropriately. By embedding these principles into everyday practices, through policy review, clear reporting channels, and culture-building exercises, organizations reduce risk, enhance well-being, and strengthen trust.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility
Creating equality in an organization can be a challenging and rewarding journey. By eliminating discrimination, sharing opportunities, and celebrating differences, leaders can create a resilient and inclusive culture. Our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA) training builds awareness and gives insight into the importance of DEIA and how employees and managers can support organizational goals and contribute to an inclusive culture.
Unconscious Bias
Biases are embedded in our attitudes and beliefs, often without us knowing. They are based on our upbringing, social location, influences of media and educational institutions. Through the Unconscious Bias course, employees can explore what unconscious bias is and how it can be reduced within the workplace.
Board Governance
Boards have a critical role to play in steering the leadership of an organization. Having a Board educated and invested in the principles of diversity sets the foundation for an inclusive culture. Through high-level discussions and the use of managerial frameworks, Board members will explore their policies, processes, and DEIA journey to ensure they are steering the organization in its most resilient and purposeful state.
Human Rights Education
Human rights are fundamental rights and freedoms that belong to all individuals. These rights must be protected. Employers should not wait for a human rights complaint to instill human rights best practices at the heart of the company culture. Our Human Rights Education can be tailored to the most pressing topics for your organization.
Inclusive Leadership
Leaders of progressive organizations seek collaboration and input from colleagues when making decisions and problem solving. This style of leadership encourages different perspectives. In our Inclusive Leadership training, we promote approaches and strategies for leaders to get the best out of their employees.
Women in Leadership
The voices of women, particularly minority women, have been absent from the decision-making table. Research has shown that having at least one-third female decision-makers has a powerful positive outcome. Through empowering and action-focused training content, we empower and support female leaders in the corporate environment.
Microaggressions
Offhand comments, jokes and unintentional insults can make people feel that they are not accepted or trusted in the workplace. Despite being subtle, a microaggression is a form of prejudice and should be addressed in the workplace. The purpose of this training session is to raise awareness about the subtle but serious impact of microaggressions.
Trauma in the Workplace
Trauma in the workplace can have a detrimental impact on an individual's mental and physical state. We delve into the six principles of trauma-informed practice: safety, trust, choice, collaboration, empowerment, and cultural consideration.
Psychological Safety
Creating an environment where people feel safe to take interpersonal risks, make mistakes and disagree with others is key to creating a safe working environment. Psychological safety in the workforce enhances trust and community. This training program shares strategies for designing a safe space in the contemporary workplace.
Neurodiversity
Creating awareness and provisions for neurodiversity in the workplace allows for each person's strengths to be maximized and their working needs to be supported. Without neurodiversity-friendly provisions, there is a risk of exclusion and not getting the most of staff. Through first-person voices, academic studies, and business case studies, we offer training to raise awareness about neurodiversity and support organizations to adapt to the needs of neurodivergent staff.
Respectful Workplaces
Respect for employees, open communication, processes for conflict resolution, collaboration, and an inclusive culture, are ingredients that make up respectful workplaces. Based on your requirement, our respectful workplace training can be tailored to your organizational needs.
Leadership Development
Leadership development is a rewarding journey. Leadership is learned over time and effective leaders are supportive, problem-solvers, results orientated and seek different perspectives. Whether you are an individual or a group determined to develop in leadership, we can support you in your exciting journey.
Immigration
Progressive immigration policies create opportunities for organizations and businesses to attract new talent and bring new perspectives and dynamics to their workplaces. With such changes, new provisions need to be implemented and nascent challenges can occur. We work with senior management to plan for successful recruitment and retention of new talent from different countries, regions and backgrounds.
Training
Our partners receive training solutions built for the modern workforce and to support organizational and cultural design.
Speaking
Ann Divine, CEO of Ashanti Leadership & Professional Development Services Inc., is a sought-after speaker on organizational and cultural change.
Strategy
We work closely with senior level government officials and corporate executives to problem-solve and implement strategies to support their organizational goals.
Coaching
Through one-on-one coaching programs, we support ambitious professionals who are new to management up to C-Suite executives navigating their next step.