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Professionalism, Compassion and Expertise. A subject matter expert with over 25+ years experience working with vulnerable and marginalized communities. Edna is a compassionate leader with extensive theoretical and hands-on experience working in high-risk and high-stress environments with individuals experiencing complex and intersectional needs. They hold excellent understanding of and commitment to risk assessment, with strong […]

Subject matter expert professional consultation for small and large corporations on risk mitigation, safety, security, professional work scope, and organizational equity management practices. Various professional training services that are customized for organization and/or groups. Some training examples include; risk and safety audit, conflict resolution, de-escalation, recruiting, engaging and retain Black, Indigenous African, 2SLGBTQ+,..talents,.. Other trainings […]

Advisory services are based on the organization/company’s communal and cultural needs. Organizational reflection on appropriate etiquette and norms when engaging with marginalized staff, communities, clients.. The program is tailored to your organization’s needs.  

Professional unique facilitation for companies including the legal field, front-line workers, trafficked individuals, harm reduction-centered, cultural/traditional communal-centered healing circles. Circles can be customized and tailored to the company/organization/group. For example, past circles have included; how to build workplace cultural empathy, working together,.. Pick your group’s custom topic to create a tailored facilitation for your group. […]

Cultural facilitation is under our facilitation, workshops, and presentation programs. They are delivered from a compassionate, non-judgmental traditional cultural practices to create a healthy and robust work environment for staff. The cultural facilitation can include healing retreats and circles based on budget and schedule. Complete the Scheduling form with the organizational/group needs and details.   

The Training & Development program include Professional Mentoring, which can range from 3 months to a maximum of 6 months depending on need and budget. In-House Mentor Training is provided to organizations and companies on; mitigating risk, new ways to engage/support clients, retraining and maintaining staff talents,.. Contract confidentiality is strictly maintained as with all […]

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Self-care is critical to staff retention and morale. For a self-care or healing circles or retreat(s) book using our scheduling form on this website. Gift your staff/colleagues to a full day practical self-care skills building workshop to increase staff work energy output, rapport building, group morale and work output. As with all work, active participation […]

Frequently Asked Questions 1. How much does the consultation cost? It depends on your location (virtual, in-person or long-distance travel), group size and dates. Generally weekends and evenings cost slightly more than weekdays. 2. Can you extent or change your program dates? Yes, we work around your schedule. We are flexible. 3. Can you deliver […]

To schedule a consultation for your organization please email us at; Email: info@ednasimmons.ca Please include your consultation needs, dates, and group size in the email; someone will reply. Thank you very much for your business. We look forward to working with you.            

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