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Difficult-Discussions inc.

(715) 544-2010

  • Home
  • Resources and Services
    • Articles
    • Educational Handouts
    • Interactive Activities
    • Podcast
    • Policy and Consulting
    • Policy Templates
    • Webinars
    • Workshops
    • DEI Clearing House
    • Three P Strategy
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Difficult Discussions: The Path to Equity & dismantling marginalization

Difficult Discussions: The Path to Equity & dismantling marginalizationDifficult Discussions: The Path to Equity & dismantling marginalizationDifficult Discussions: The Path to Equity & dismantling marginalization

Resources to engage in difficult discussions related to marginalization, oppression, and the path to equity.

Difficult Discussions: The Path to Equity & dismantling marginalization

Difficult Discussions: The Path to Equity & dismantling marginalizationDifficult Discussions: The Path to Equity & dismantling marginalizationDifficult Discussions: The Path to Equity & dismantling marginalization

Resources to engage in difficult discussions related to marginalization, oppression, and the path to equity.

Social Welfare Organization

Difficult-Discussions Inc. functions as a Social Welfare Organization and abides by the policies and restrictions stated in the Internal Revenue Code section 501(c)(4). No part of the net earnings of the organization shall inure to the benefit of, or be distributable to its members, trustees, officers, or other private persons. 

purpose

Due to financial and geographic barriers, there exists a gap in the access to diversity, equity, and inclusion resources for rural American communities. We aim to bridge this gap by providing our services to groups throughout the United States of America. 

Mission

 Founded in 2019, Difficult-Discussions’ mission is to provide resources such as legislative support, educational handouts, and interactive activities that can help make an institution more equitable while building a community where activists help each other. Our primary focus is to serve universities, businesses, and community organizations. Join us in the path to equity.   

Vision

 Create easily accessible resources that equip our allies in the fight for equity with the necessary tools to tackle systematic, institutional, and individual marginalization while building a community of social justice activists. 

Vision 2027

 

In December 2023, the board of directors at Difficult-Discussions Inc. collectively contributed insights to formulate a strategic action plan. This report consolidates their input, presenting the Difficult-Discussions Inc. Vision 2027 Action Plan—a comprehensive guide for the organization's direction over the next four years.

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what we have to offer

"Three P" Strategy for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Work

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion work can be controversial and variable in the methods utilized across geographic regions and professional sectors. The Difficult-Discussions Inc."Three P" strategy is a three-pronged strategy to create diverse, equitable, and inclusive environments that are sustainable and multifaceted. 

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Workshops

 A team that is knowledgeable on equity and inclusion is vital for the survival of an organization. Hire us to host an interactive workshop for your team. This service will include a pre-workshop survey to assess the knowledge of your team, an interactive workshop that addresses topics that you would like your team to learn more about, and a post-workshop survey to assess the effectiveness of the program. 

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Free Webinars

 The Difficult-Discussions free webinar series aims to provide live workshops that will equip individuals in the fight for equity with the necessary tools to tackle systematic, institutional, and individual marginalization. The series will serve as a resource to spread ideas and help educate people on topics related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).  

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Free Downloadable Educational Handouts

 Our free downloadable educational resources can be used to run workshops, provide handouts, and begin/continue the difficult discussion of tackling marginalization and fostering equity. 

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Free Downloadable Policy Templates

 Our free policy templates were created for universities, businesses, community organizations, and student government associations. The information in these files can be personalized for your institution's use.  

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Free Downloadable Interactive Activities

 Our free downloadable interactive activities can be used to engage your audience while discussing topics of marginalization, equity, and reform. 

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Consulting

 Our team will work with your organization's needs to create a strategic plan for diversity, inclusion, and equity. This service will include measurable goal setting, creating collaborative solutions, and assessing the impact of the strategic plan. 

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Custom Policy/Legislation Creation

 Your policies and legislation can determine how equitable your organization is. Our team will work with your organization's needs to ensure that your policies and legislation foster inclusion and equity.  

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Articles

Read about strategies, opinion pieces, and calls to action that address marginalization and the path to equity.

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Community

Join the conversation and take part in the difficult journey to create inclusive communities founded on equity. We aim to create a common platform for social justice activists to share ideas, resources, and strategies with each other.

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Personalized Assistance

If you would like us to work with you on a topic that we have not already covered or if you want personalized resources in the path to equity you can submit a work request. 

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Completed Projects

Take a look at our completed projects to get a better understanding of what we do and the quality of the work we produce in the path to equity and dismantling marginalization. 

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The Difficult-Discussions Podcast

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Testimonials

 "The Portage County Business Council staff utilized the services of Difficult-Discussions and it was a great launching point for us to become more aware of how diversity, equity, and inclusivity impact our internal relationships and with those of the businesses we serve. Christopher Benny and the team were exceptionally professional before, during, and after the workshop. We are excited to take on the next step with another workshop from them."

    Difficult-Discussions in the NEWS

    Difficult-Discussions Inc. news article done by CBS NewsChannel 7 WSAW-TV & Fox WZAW on 6/4/2020.

    Organization hopes to bring awareness to 'Difficult Discussions' 6/4/2020 CBS NewsChannel 7 WSAW-TV & Fox WZAW

    On 06/04/2020 the Executive Director of Difficult-Discussions Inc., Christopher Benny was interviewed by Emerson Lehmann from CBS NewsChannel 7 WSAW-TV & Fox WZAW for a segment titled, "Organization hopes to bring awareness to 'Difficult Discussions".

    CBS NewsChannel 7 WSAW-TV & Fox WZAW
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    "Big Fish in a Little Pond" 1/25/2022 Humans of Stevens Point Podcast

    The Executive Director of Difficult-Discussions Inc., Christopher Benny was interviewed by Sarah Marie Ashley from the Humans of Stevens Point Podcast for a segment titled, "Big Fish in a Little Pond". Christopher talks about the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion work in smaller communities such as Stevens Point, WI.

    Humans of Stevens Point Podcast
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