Courageous Conversations Series
LAUDACE's Courageous Conversations are listening circles that require participants to show bravery, vulnerability, and openness in addressing difficult, challenging, or uncomfortable topics. These conversations involve confronting biases, acknowledging privilege, and discussing sensitive issues related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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We create a psychologically safe and respectful space for participants to engage in open and honest dialogue about challenging topics related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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We enable a deeper understanding and appreciation of diverse perspectives, experiences, and identities.
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We empower participants with tools, knowledge, and confidence to engage in difficult conversations and take action towards positive change in their personal and professional lives.
Topics covered
We cover all dimensions of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion from an intersectional lens. Together we can define relevant themes or topics. Here are some topics to explore below. Please note this list is non-exhaustive:
Neurodiversity & Neuroinclusion in the Workplace
Building Allyship in the Workplace
Unpacking Internalised Oppression
The Caregiver Experience in the Workplace
Ageism & Age Diversity at Work
The Compound Effect of Intersecting Identities
Let’s face it! Racism and Anti-racism at Work
Building Psychological Safety in Teams
Burnout: The Good, the Bad, the Ugly
Context-specific: i.e. following disasters, hate crimes, viral events
What you can expect
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Interaction
Immerse yourself in our dynamic core segment, spanning 1.5 to 2 hours, for a uniquely engaging experience.
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Attendance
Limited to 20 particitipats per session, fostering deeper connections and a more in-depth exchange of ideas between attendees.
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ED&I Education
Includes a brief educational section to empower the conversation with relevant knowledge and insights.
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Mindfulness
Enrich your experience with mindful activities, (i.e. Spoken Word) and reflective practices that enhance the conversation.
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Guidelines
Embrace our 6 conversation principles, setting the stage for active listening, empathy, and respectful communication.
Book a discovery call!
Empower your ED&I journey through transformative dialogues
With our Courageous Conversations Series, embark your teams on a dynamic exploration that transcends boundaries, challenges, assumptions to foster a culture of openness.
We are excited to help you cultivate understanding and drive sustainble change within your organisation!
Create more impact!
Combine a Courageous Conversation Series with a Workshop Series.
Empower your teams with actionable knowledge & tools
Enhance buy-in for ED&I at all levels of your organisation with storytelling, lived experiences and drive for change!
Nearly 80%
of participants* thought their overall experience of the Courageous Conversations was “Excellent”.
What people found valuable
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A top priority on your HRM event calendar
“I would like to emphasize to all employers reading this: participating in one of LAUDACE’s neurodiversity events is truly enlightening! It should be a top priority on your HRM event calendar. This event not only provides a crucial understanding of the wide spectrum of neurodiversity, but it does so in a profoundly heartfelt manner that resonates with everyone in attendance.”
Caroline Vrauwdeunt, CEO of ANDRS Projects
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A meaningful and insightful session!
"I had the pleasure of attending Axelle's event, 'Courageous Conversations: Neurodiversity and Neuroinclusivity'. Axelle has an exceptional ability to foster a safe and welcoming space, ensuring every participant feels heard and valued in their expression. The session was not only a rich source of information, sharing knowledge about neurodiversity and neuroinclusivity, but most of all a valuable space to hear and share lived stories and experiences. Axelle is an excellent communicator and moderator. Thank you Axelle for organizing such a meaningful and insightful session and for creating these important spaces for belonging and connection.”
Charlotta L.
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I felt seen, heard and understood!
“I really enjoyed the Courageous Conversations session hosted by Axelle. I think it’s important to keep learning about each other and about neurodiversity in general, so these conversations are necessary. Would recommend to everybody! I felt seen, heard and understood all at the same time.”
Leen M.
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A great series of events!
“Courageous Conversations are a great series of events that allow people to open up and share. Even as someone who considers herself socially educated, Axelle always teaches me things in a way I had not considered before. Getting together in a group of people who are committed to having the hard conversations renews my hope in our ability to connect and relate with one another.”
Clare A.
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A whole new world opened up for me!
“The first time attending the Courageous Conversations event was as if a whole new world opened up for me. One where I was able to meet people who have been through my similar experiences and have encountered similar life obstacles due to their identity, whether that be gender, or if they suffer from similar mental health conditions. It was a space where I felt seen, heard and understood. It was my first time feeling the love from such a safe space, and I encourage people who have either experienced burnout, workplace bullying or who are struggling with self-identity to join one of Laudace’s workshops. . I’m happy to have found my people here!”
Emmanuela I.
