Capacity-Building Offerings

Yejin is a seasoned educator and trainer, and loves building tailored programming to support staff and leadership in their learning and growth. Some examples of workshop topics:

• Foundations of Values Embodiment on an Individual and Organizational Level

• Equity-Informed & Caring Approaches to Giving and Receiving Critical Feedback

• Identifying & Solving for Roots of Organizational Conflict

• Operationally Building Trust Across Lines of Power

• Operationalizing Values in the Big and Little Pictures

• Bridging the Gap Between Efficiency & Compassion in Internal Communications

• Clarifying Decision-Making Processes and Empowering Staff

• Setting Up Structures for Meaningful & Effective Collaboration

• Making Room for Brilliant and Generative Input & Feedback

• Building and Evaluating an Operating Management Philosophy

• Making Room for Both Standardization & Individuation

• Strategic Self-Advocacy and Care for Marginalized Staff

• The Generative Possibilities of Conflict: A Practicum on Accountability

Testimonials for Consulting, Facilitation & Capacity-Building

Working with Yejin was such a treat! I had the opportunity to work with them during a year-long contract to develop comprehensive DEI goals that were practical and responsive to the specific needs of our organization’s membership community. Yejin not only prioritized a plan that made sense for our specific membership and context (which held a lot of nuances, tricky dynamics between stakeholders, etc.) but also developed a process for input and review that allowed for a lot of feedback every step of the way. One thing I was particularly impressed by, though, was her ability to gently but effectively course-correct participants when we found it challenging to hold our values. I know many organizations can have a hard time applying the values they have on paper to their systems. So, I was extremely impressed with Yejin’s ability to support members and leaders alike to make stronger commitments and more accountable processes that aligned us with our principles. I think this demonstrates their firm grasp of the barriers that oppressive systems create, how power manifests in our organizations, and generative ways to navigate a group through disagreement and conflict. Yejin holds a wealth of knowledge and strategies that help people relate to one another with dignity and intention. Any organization or team ready to make meaningful, principled shifts in their organizational systems should strongly consider working with them!

TS

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Yejin has an ability to balance empathy with strategy, making her an invaluable guide through complex organizational challenges. She excels at identifying underlying dynamics within teams and crafting actionable strategies that empower individuals, while addressing difficult situations with care and clarity. Their work has been instrumental in helping us surface critical information from our staff, organize it meaningfully, and develop responsive steps that honor both the complexity of systemic change and the practical realities of our organization. These processes have significantly improved communication across teams and strengthened our ability to move forward with purpose and integrity.

One of Yejin’s most impactful contributions was her guidance in helping me—and our management team—better understand our roles, authority, and how we are perceived by staff. They helped me recognize when positive workplace dynamics were eroding and provided clear mechanisms to rebuild trust. Her coaching gave me tools to clarify power dynamics, foster morale, and cultivate a deeper sense of team cohesion by connecting individual contributions to the larger vision of the Meany Center.

Michelle W.

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I first met Yejin during a work retreat with my People and Culture team. The session she facilitated was both informative and thought-provoking. Yejin skillfully guided challenging conversations within a diverse group of individuals from different backgrounds and levels of experience. She was tactful in her approach, mindful of the dynamics in the room, and adept at creating a space where everyone felt heard and respected.

I had the opportunity to collaborate with Yejin again when my team faced capacity challenges during our internship program. Despite time constraints, she quickly assessed the program’s needs and developed a tailored session for interns on navigating oppression in public defense. Her presentation was thoughtfully designed to meet the varied experience levels of a large and diverse group of students, making the session engaging, relevant, and impactful.
Yejin’s expertise, adaptability, and ability to foster meaningful dialogue make her an invaluable resource. I highly recommend her.

Thanisha Pariage