The Power of Difference Certification (PDC)

Laurie Yaussi

Teacher, Thompson Valley School District

7 belts/levels (white, red, green, blue, purple, brown, black)
You must demonstrate all learning outcomes (& pass a test) to proceed to next belt/level
The cost is $200 for certification for each belt/level (money back guarantee)
Payment plan, sliding scale, scholarship information, or work trade possible
Ask about graduate credits
Partner meeting dates/times decided by participants
Learning happens independently, w/ a partner and in the large group
Activities are primarily experiential but include, articles, videos, book chapters, & reflections
Each belt includes ~7 hours weekly of independent work (~3 hrs), partner work (1 hr), small group (1 hr), and whole group (2 hrs): total of ~28 hours over 4 weeks
High feedback and high accountability

greater effectiveness across difference
recognition of our own privilege and how to use it effectively
impact for others, generally, as intended
an ability to live from solidarity across differences
pride without prejudice
an ability to “courageously refuse both silence and violence”
the courage to withdraw participation in violent aspects of systems
the capacity to catalyze meaningful systemic change without effort
greater internal stability: less rising and falling on external conditions
greater personal clarity, mission, and fulfillment
an ability to hold others accountable without blame or shame
less burnout and overwhelm related to issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion

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