Liberating Strategies: Hosting Deep Change – Appreciative Inquiry in Action

What

A 20-hour professional development series in the practice of anti-oppression skills applied through Coaching for Change and Appreciative Inquiry in Action, facilitated by the esteemed Dr. Leticia Nieto.

This series is designed for professionals across sectors who are committed to leading change within systems. It equips participants with both theoretical grounding and practical tools to foster liberatory change within organizations, schools, and communities.

The integration of:

2. Appreciative Inquiry

brings together powerful tools to deepen understanding and practice in anti-oppression and cultural humility. This series is a transformative opportunity for those deeply engaged in the work of equity building, culture transformation, and liberatory practices.

Focus on Appreciative Inquiry:

Participants will explore "peak moments" of vitality and excellence as seeds for crafting futures grounded in strengths and resilience.

The structured six-phase Appreciative Inquiry approach (Define, Discover, Dream, Design, Deliver, Debrief) will provide a clear framework for practice and reflection.

Centering Marginalized Voices:

The intentional centering of historically marginalized perspectives ensures a deeply equitable space for learning and growth.

Cultural humility and a commitment to decolonization, feminist/trans-valuing approaches, and intersectional liberation will drive discussions and practices.

Experiential and Relational Methods:

Psychodrama, journaling, and relational sanctuary practices offer hands-on learning experiences.

The emphasis on action-to-encounter rather than large-group discussion fosters depth and active engagement.

Practical Application:

Participants will engage in individual and group coaching, facilitation, and skills practice.

Opportunities for peer connection outside formal sessions encourage collaboration and applied learning.

Why

In these complex times, appreciative approaches provide a direct pathway to positive futures built on the foundation of our reliable past. By focusing on what works and committing to relational “calling in” practices, participants will craft efficient, transformative, and liberatory ways of working that amplify equity and inclusion.

When

Scheduled Dates: Mondays, March 3 – June 2, 2025, from 3:00 – 5:00 PM PDT. Sessions include breaks when Dr. Nieto is unavailable.

• Mar 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
• Apr 7, 14, 21, 28
• May 5, 12, 19, 26
• Jun 2

Where

Virtual on Zoom

For Whom

This series is for professionals committed to social justice, equity building, and transformational culture change. It is especially relevant for:

• Coaches, counselors, facilitators, and trainers
• Practitioners of organizational systems development, culture transformation, and leadership

Sawubona – we see you.

In collaboration with Dr. Leticia Nieto, Be Possible invites you to join Liberating Strategies: Hosting Deep Change, a 10-session, 20-hour series designed for those advancing anti-oppression practices in settings such as corporations, small businesses, nonprofits, schools, and communities.

This interactive series will cultivate a relational sanctuary to explore your moments of vitality and excellence as seeds for positive and possible futures. Through the frameworks of Appreciative Inquiry, Calling In (Loretta J. Ross), and Beyond Inclusion, Beyond Empowerment (Leticia Nieto), you’ll develop skills to define, discover, dream, design, deliver, and debrief liberation.

What You’ll Experience:

• Action-oriented methods (e.g., psychodrama and journaling)
• Skills to deconstruct systemic oppression and foster equity
• A welcoming environment centering historically marginalized voices
• Practices in relational accountability and sanctuary-building

Required Reading

Beyond Inclusion, Beyond Empowerment by Dr. Leticia Nieto (purchase here).

Additional Information

• This learning space centers equity and decolonization, welcoming all faiths, identities, and historically marginalized voices.
• Participants are encouraged to connect between sessions to deepen practice and engagement.

Registration:

Spaces are limited! Reserve your spot here.

Join us in crafting a liberatory and transformational culture through Appreciative Inquiry. Let’s co-create futures that uplift and liberate us all.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Be Possible & Dr. Leticia Nieto

Host or Publisher Be Possible LLC & Dr. Leticia Neito