Empowered for Equity
EMPOWERED FOR EQUITY
Pronouns: They/Them
Empowered for Equity Consulting, founded in June 2023 by SJ Janjua, specializes in enhancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) in schools and organizations. With a rich background in education and a master's degree in International Education, SJ brings unique insights from their experience as a queer, transgender, non-binary, biracial individual. Starting as high school English teachers in the U.S. and abroad, they shifted to roles in curriculum development, classroom evaluation, and teacher training before venturing into specialized DEIB work.
At Empowered for Equity, SJ's passion and expertise shine through workshops, trainings, and strategic planning support, focusing on LGBTQ+ inclusion, fostering belonging, integrating restorative practices, and encouraging authentic allyship. Their work is driven by a commitment to empower others through education and action, creating equitable and inclusive environments.
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VIRTUAL AND IN-PERSON SERVICES
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Description: SJ's workshops and trainings at Empowered for Equity Consulting are uniquely designed to enhance diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) in educational and organizational environments. SJ's sessions focus on key areas like LGBTQ+ inclusion, cultivating a sense of belonging, integrating restorative practices, and fostering authentic allyship. These interactive and insightful workshops aim to educate and empower participants, encouraging them to transform their understanding into actionable change, creating more inclusive, equitable, and respectful environments.
Access: Virtual or in-person
Price: Contact for pricing
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Description: SJ offers impactful speaking services through Empowered for Equity Consulting, blending personal experiences as a queer, transgender, non-binary, and biracial individual with professional insights in education and DEIB. Their speeches, rich in storytelling and practical strategies, cover vital topics like LGBTQ+ inclusion, identity navigation, and restorative practices. SJ's presentations enlighten and inspire action toward creating more inclusive and equitable environments.
Access: Virtual or in-person
Price: Contact for pricing
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Description: Empowered for Equity Consulting offers strategic planning support, providing a roadmap for organizations and educational institutions to effectively integrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) into their core operations. SJ's expertise in strategic planning ensures that each plan is customized, realistic, and sustainable, focusing on creating long-term impact through policy change, cultural shifts, and continuous learning, all aimed at fostering a more inclusive and equitable environment.
Access: Virtual or in-person
Price: Contact for pricing
CONTACT EMPOWERED FOR EQUITY
If you're looking to transform your organization or educational institution into a space where diversity is celebrated, equity is pursued, inclusion is the norm, and belonging is felt by all, then definitely reach out to SJ. Their unique blend of personal experiences as a queer, transgender, non-binary, and biracial individual, combined with their professional expertise in education and DEIB, positions them uniquely to offer deep, impactful insights and practical solutions. You gain access to a service and a partnership that promises to enlighten, challenge, and inspire, leading to tangible, positive changes in your environment. SJ's approach is tailored, compassionate, and driven by a genuine commitment to empowering and creating spaces where everyone can thrive.
