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Inclusive Leadership Certification
Utilizing the award-winning "Play is for Everybody" framework, the Inclusive Leadership Certification is designed for youth to develop essential skills for today's world. This engaging training will take 4 hours and will empower youth to practice equity, collaboration, and leadership in action. Participants gain confidence, learn to value diverse perspectives, and become positive changemakers in their schools and communities.
This training offers you the tools to:
- Speak up for fairness
- Celebrate differences
- Build spaces where everyone belongs
PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this training, participants will:
- Understand Inclusion in Action
- Explore how equity, representation, accessibility, and empathy show up in real life
- Build Practical Leadership Skills
- Develop key competencies employers are looking for: communication, teamwork, problem-solving, adaptability, and leadership
- Strengthen Your Resume and Employability with Real-World Skills
- Earn an industry-recognized certificate that shows you're trained in inclusive practices—great for job applications, volunteer work, and leadership roles!
Credit Earning Opportunities available.
Hybrid and in-person options available.
Hybrid Pricing (facilitator guide and online training module provided):
- $20/student (10 student minimum)
In-Person Trainer:
- $1500- up to 10 students
- $2000- up to 20 students
- $2500 - up to 30 students
For more information or to book a session, contact: info@everactive.org

