“Assertiveness can help people express themselves effectively and stand up for their point of view—while also respecting the rights and beliefs of others. Being assertive can also help boost one’s self-esteem and earn others’ respect.”
Bonnie Sepora, founder and executive director of Friends of Diversity, will share their insights during a free workshop via Zoom on how assertiveness helps changemakers control stress and anger and improve coping skills in order to more effectively serve their communities and constituents.
This workshop is FREE and especially geared for youth 12-19 who are working for positive change and adults who facilitate groups of youth.
Registration is required: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIsceurrTIqH9GLEsq-_JhWeOqzNtCwyckc
This workshop is a blend of skills training and storytelling. Bonnie will share their own experiences and the crucial skills they have developed as an assertive changemaker AND will create space for participants to share as well.
Bonnie is a lecturer at the Institute of Development Management and a community organizer focusing on LGBTQ+ advocacy in Gaborone, Botswana. They are a Community Solutions Program Fellow through the U.S. State Department and are working with RISE on an 8-week online residency.