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Engaging in Bold, Inclusive Conversations® Certification Program
Listen Deeply. Speak Boldly. Get Certified.
Have you ever been in a highly-charged professional conversation and not known what to say?
Do you want to use more inclusive language but feel unsure where to start?
Today more than ever, leaders and employees alike must have the skills and competencies to engage in dialogue on historically polarizing and “off-limits” topics. Whether or not we create spaces for these conversations, employees are naturally talking and thinking about current events that may impact them. When people have the right support for these conversations, it increases psychological safety, engagement, and productivity.”
This interactive, skill-building learning experience will leverage the methods shared in the timely books We Can’t Talk about That at Work! How to Talk about Race, Religion, Politics, and Other Polarizing Topics by Mary-Frances Winters and Mareisha N. Reese and Inclusive Conversations: Fostering Equity, Empathy, and Belonging across Differences by Mary-Frances Winters while providing participants with the content, tools, and competencies necessary to strengthen their organization’s capacity to engage in Bold, Inclusive Conversations®.
Mary-Frances Winters is BACK!
Mary-Frances will be returning to the certification program as a special guest facilitator.
Having originally developed the model for Bold, Inclusive Conversations® in 2016, Mary-Frances personally facilitated the 3-day program bringing her thought leadership as the creator of the model, founder and CEO of The Winters Group, and expert facilitator.
Now, she is back where it all began, in the same year The Winters Group celebrates 42 years in business, and you will not want to miss it.
2026 Registration Details
Program Dates
June 22, 23, and 25
The 3-day program will be held virtually between 10am – 5pm ET each day.
Program Investment
| Registration Period | Standard Rate | Non-Profit Rate |
|---|---|---|
Early Bird through March 6 |
$2,900 |
$2,450 |
March 7 - April 6, 2026 |
$3,200 |
$2,750 |
Full Rate after April 6, 2026 |
$3,600 |
$3,024 |
Take advantage of early-bird pricing and save up to $700
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations must be communicated to bic@wintersgroup.com three weeks (or more) before the start of the program to transfer to a future program or receive a full refund of the tuition fees, less a $100-per-person processing fee. If you cancel with less than three weeks’ notice, your tuition is non-refundable. However, 50% of that total amount may be used as partial payment for a future certification program offering.
Through this experience, you will…
Explore the model for engaging in Bold, Inclusive Conversations® as outlined in We Can’t Talk about That at Work!
Connect the learning to organizational objectives (e.g., “bring your whole self to work,” empathy, creating an inclusive culture).
Understand the sociopolitical climate and the impact on the workplace.
Enhance self-understanding and awareness of your potential obstruction spots.
Practice applying new tools and competencies to Bold, Inclusive Conversations® scenarios.
Discuss ways to support psychological safety
Join Us On an Immersive, Virtual Learning Journey
Prework
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
The prework is designed to provide you with a personal readiness assessment and ground you in the work.
The “Why”
The first session is all about understanding the “why” — why these skills are so important and why it can be so challenging to have these conversations.
The “What”
The second session is all about the “what” — what is necessary to create an environment that supports Bold, Inclusive Conversations® and what skills are needed?
The “How”
The fourth session is the “how” — we will get deep into how to facilitate these conversations, navigate resistance, and embed the practice within your organization.
Additional Program Information:
- This program is approved for SHRM recertification credits.
- Individuals may attend this session for information purposes only (not intending on providing training to anyone else) or to be certified as a trainer/facilitator.
- Those trained as trainers/facilitators in this course may only train employees of the same organization.
- A licensing fee and agreement applies for those conducting training within their organization utilizing The Winters Group’s copyrighted content.
- Participants will be required to attend all 3 days in full to receive certification.
- Cancellations must be communicated by email.
Interested in a private session just for your organization?
If you have eight or more people in your organization interested in becoming certified, The Winters Group can customize the program for your organization and create a tailored experience with additional support and resources. For more information on a private delivery of Engaging in Bold, Inclusive Conversations® Certification Program, please contact us.