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GRID Conversations
GRID (Getting Real on Inclusion and Diversity) Conversation sessions are safe spaces to define and wrestle with tough topics, clearing the way to support lasting change. Let’s talk!
Learn More Strategic Planning Support
We specialize in practical GRID (Getting Real on Inclusion and Diversity) approaches to the planning, the frameworks, the tools and the supports for your inclusion planning program.
Learn More Learning Circles
When you join our GRID (Getting Real on Inclusion and Diversity) Learning Circle you become part of a community that is always learning, growing, and engaging with fresh ideas through new tools and activities like our book studies.
Learn More Coaching
Change takes more than a workshop or even a great strategy. It happens when we integrate learning into our everyday encounters with staff, management, and each other; in the way we handle individual, specific incidents and challenges; and in the way we frame our own behaviour.
Learn More Workshops
In a GRID (Getting Real on Inclusion and Diversity ) workshop you self-examine; grow knowledge; and, build or sharpen practical skills to understand and address individual and systemic challenges.
Learn More Resources & Specialized Supports
Watch for our exciting suite of resources coming soon! Designed to help you identify “isms” and “phobias”; apply learning in practical ways on teams and with your customers, clients or constituents; and build in-house capability.
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Diversity on the go
Manage diversity incidents on your company and team… in the moment… and overtime all through Divigo.

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Testimonials
Extremely helpful in breaking down complex problems and formulating workable solutions. The…right blend of theoretical knowledge and practical experience to drive this process…The follow-up meeting…helped ensure a greater ROI for the participant.
Canadian Cancer Society
As an individual the sessions were a personal growth experience and extremely positive in their content and presentation. Participants involved themselves… and took the opportunity to bring forward their own personal experiences. (The sessions) did not degenerate into a `thrash the department' exercise and we were able to talk about real-life situations.
Senior Manager, University Health Network
Really enjoyed the portion on interviews and how vision, strategies and tactics that don't [automatically] lead to Execution...Enjoyed discussion on 'fit'...great—well-chosen selection.
Ministry of the Attorney General, Name Withheld
Guiding a collection of politicians with varying agendas is no easy feat and sometimes, even impossible. With your non-confrontational approach and gentle focus…you were able to provide us with the necessary tools going forward…Your moderate approach and subtle grace impressed the group, and I am most grateful for the positive result achieved. I would highly recommend DiversityTrainersPlus to any municipality, organization, or business.
Mayor, City, Population 500,000+
'This was a good day. The material was thought provoking and generated some good ideas to assist in breaking down barriers to diversity in recruiting, selection and hiring
Regional Operations Branch, Ministry of Transportation
Maureen Brown designed a two-year program for seven agencies working as a group to become more competent in serving members of diverse ethno-racial and ethno-cultural communities. With the sensitivity of a mentor and the firm hand of a coach, Maureen moved us along, helping us to identify and build on our weaknesses and capitalize on our strengths. It was a productive and successful initiative.
Executive Director, Margaret Jarrell
Excellent workshop! The approach to the topic was important. Great for all types of organizations. Very inclusive, reflective and motivational.
Dr. Fae Samuels, Founder, Conflict Resolution Services
Great workshop…would recommend it to employers we work with. Great lens (with which to) look at your organization. We think we’re diverse in our hiring practices but it’s important to continuously look at ourselves and our practices.
Name Withheld, Employment placement service
You came to this organization at the right time. I was beginning to feel I needed the proper skill to address some issues at work. Now I feel very empowered to go ahead and do so. I will start with an honest conversation.
Women’s Centre, Toronto
Excellent facilitator. She was well equipped to respond to the needs & the direction of the workshop. She was great at handling challenging participants.
Western Region Job Connect, Employment Ontario
Made me more aware of the issues around diversity and has better equipped me to handle them.
Financial Institution
Thank you, Maureen. Your large degree of knowledge and professionalism made the day a success! I will take back many ideas to our organization
JUMP/Techelectric Automation Inc., Yolanda Fitzpatrick
Thank you for your wonderful presentation. It was exactly what I wanted for this course; a great bridge between the theoretical and the practical - and the presentation itself was excellent.
D&I Director, Lambton College
“(Maureen) has a talent for engaging audiences by ensuring that she (understands) both the key business issues and personal interests held by stakeholders. By doing so she was able to navigate key challenges that emerged and maintain the momentum of the project. The strength of her credibility and relationship with our Senior executive team enabled her to navigate any of the challenges that arose.
HR Manager, Greater Toronto Area Municipality, 300,000 pop
Very thought-provoking concepts. Gives much cause to consider what “is”, what things might look like with change and what needs to happen.
Big Brothers Association, Niagara Region