Welcoming - The Great Equalizer

Welcoming - The Great Equalizer
(10:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
Pacific Time (GMT-8)

Guyton Colantuono

Joe Ruiz

Feeling welcomed and valued is essential for both peers and staff to thrive within an organization. This training dives into the art of fostering a sense of belonging by examining both welcoming and un-welcoming behaviors through the lens of our life experiences.

Participants will reflect on personal stories of not belonging, exploring how these experiences can be transformed into powerful tools for connection and growth. Through interactive discussions and hands-on activities, participants will learn how to turn past experiences of not belonging into gifts that strengthen relationships and create inclusive, supportive environments. 

1. Participants witl learn that:
-welcoming is a simple act, is authentic, and anticipates the person's needs.
-welcoming is the first step in establishing relationships.
-we facilitate what we value.