Providing holistic services that build community and inspire transformation at the individual, organizational and social levels.

Training & Consulting

Roots of Change provides high quality consulting for the non-profit, government and educational sector.  Using empowerment-based, participatory and appreciative models for change—we support organizations reach their potential through coaching, strategic planning, training and education, program design and evaluation, influencing public policy and inspiring lasting change.

Kim and Leigh Ann together bring over 30 years experience in innovative program management and community engagement.   They each provide a distinguished skill set to serve your organization’s or school’s needs.

Professional Development Trainings:

School Safety & Organizational Culture

Kim facilitates collaborates with organizations and schools throughout the United States, supporting critical efforts to create safer learning environments for all students—especially those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or are questioning their sexual orientation or gender identity (LGBTQ).

Drawing on experiential learning and adult education pedagogy, she creates learning environments where participants feel safe, engaged and challenged to maximize growth and learning. Roots of Change develops specialized curricula to address the unique strengths and challenges of your organization or school.Topics include:

  • School Safety & Culture: Addressing the needs of LGBTQ youth;
  • Training of Trainers: Building Allies in LGBTQ Bullying Prevention.
Click here to learn more about Kim’s trainings on School Safety

Non-Profit Program Planning & Evaluation

Whether launching a new program or enhancing an existing one, we can help maximize your impact and reach.  Measuring program success is critical to managing organizational resources wisely, while improving funding and publicity opportunities.  We can create an evaluation plan tailored for your unique needs.

  • Clarify Program Vision, Purpose, Goals & Objectives;
  • Assess the Needs of Stakeholders;
  • Analyze Program Methods and Strategies;
  • Design and use effective Evaluation tools;
  • Use Appreciative Inquiry—Identify and Build on the Strengths of Your Organization.

Community Consultation

We can help strengthen your organization’s collaborative processes and successful outcomes at any stage in your development.

Having envisioned and facilitated macro-level change and complex advocacy programs on numerous social and environmental issues, Kim and Leigh Ann have worked effectively within schools and universities, the health care sector, faith communities, the criminal justice system, and non-profit organizations.

With strong intercultural skills and experience, we’re delighted to work with diverse communities, whether to help sustain an existing positive process or help address the barriers you’re facing along the way.

  • Professional Training for Agency Staff, Community Members and Stakeholders;
  • Strategic Planning;
  • Conference, Special Event & Retreat Planning;
  • Program Vision, Purpose, Outcomes, Process, Goals & Objectives;
  • Coalition-Building Strategies and Community Organizing;
  • Tools for Group Process & Leadership Development;
  • Community Development Models for Success;

To inquire about our consulting services, please contact us!