Social Impact Programs
Empowering nonprofits and small businesses with scalable programming
What Clients Say About Us
Elevate Oregon
We knew we needed to take our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion from the realm of the abstract, "of course we believe in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; we live it daily" to real and concrete actions that will allow us to keep our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the heart of our work. [Construct the Present’s] work with our staff, youth, and Board was phenomenal and helped people lean into the work and feel confident in the direction that we are going, seeing how this work, even if uncomfortable, will help Elevate Oregon thrive.
Multnomah County
We hired Construct the Present to help our managers and supervisors explore the concepts of whiteness in supervision and white supremacy culture in the workplace. They listened carefully to our needs, and developed a curriculum that was engaging, thought provoking and informative. Our managers commented that this was one of the best equity trainings they've been exposed to as a supervisor, and helped set them at ease with such a heavy topic. I would gladly engage with Construct the Present for future training initiatives!
ARQ
Construct the Present did an amazing job working to ensure that our team arrived at the same baseline understanding of important DEI issues through a mix of head and heart experiences and trainings. Since consulting with CTP, it has become common practice for team members at ARQ to confidently bring up the topics of diversity, equity, and inclusion as it relates to almost any department, issue, or initiative. We recognize that DEI work will be a continuous and essential effort, and we are very happy to now have more knowledge and frameworks for continuing this important work at ARQ. Thank you to the CTP team!
Portland Trail Blazers
Construct the Present has an exceptional ability to hold space for large, complex conversations. Their team facilitated an engaging and honest session with over 100 of our staff, creating an environment where people felt both challenged and supported. Their skill in navigating difficult topics with clarity and care is unmatched.
Travel Portland
As a Black femme-led organization, working with Construct The Present felt deeply aligned—not just in terms of shared values, but in how they actually showed up in the work. That alignment brought a level of authenticity and understanding that made a real difference in how the training was facilitated and how our team engaged.
This program is designed for teams looking to:
What’s included in the program?
Expert Training:
Incorporating the “Train the Trainer” model, we partner with you to identify training facilitators in your organization to participate in a 90-minute training session with one of our education experts. Our consultant will share our approach the learning principles we follow in our training and walk them through best practices for facilitating constructive conversations. Included in this program is a Facilitator Guide to accompany the exercises outlined in our Constructing Perspectives Journal, a tool to help participants recognize and reflect on the social constructs that maintain systems of inequity.
Constructing Perspective Journals:
A primary component of this program, our Constructing Perspectives Journal is a workbook offering topics for reflection and activities designed to expand existing perspectives. Activities can be adapted to individuals with varying experience levels and are designed to build on foundational knowledge. We provide up to 40 Journals per organization. If more are needed, we will discuss in the discovery call.
Facilitator Guide:
This workbook provides the blueprint for facilitators to lead participants in confronting biases, challenging assumptions, and promoting constructive, respectful conversations that support a more inclusive workspace. Our Guide prepares facilitators to lead with empathy and hold space for those directly impacted by systems of oppression while engaging all participants without judgment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Social Impact Programs:
What is a social impact program?
The social impact program we offer today is a cost-effective and efficient way to help small businesses and nonprofits create more inclusive spaces in their work environments. Through our expert training and carefully crafted workbooks, we’ll help you address the challenges of inequality and harmful patterns of oppression one step at a time. We provide up to 40 workbooks per organization, with more available as needed. These workbooks are foundational in providing reflection topics, activities, and starting conversations.
Why are social impact programs important for small businesses and nonprofits?
Social impact programs provide an essential boost to the culture of your organization by implementing DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) initiatives. We work on rebuilding your organization’s culture from the ground up through our “Train the Trainer” model, choosing training facilitators in your organization and providing them with a 90-minute training session with one of our experts. This cost-effective solution ensures that over time, all of the team members and stakeholders in your organization can recognize and reflect on the social construct that maintains systems of inequity.
How can nonprofits and small businesses ensure that social impact programs are inclusive and equitable?
The first step is making sure that you’re partnering with a DEI consulting organization with years of experience.
At Construct the Present, we have a combined 30 years of experience in the field of DEI, and we’ve witnessed the transformative effect of targeted DEI training through our workshops, custom training programs, social impact programs, and keynote speaker engagements. Contact us today if you’re interested in starting a conversation on how we can help and what sets us apart.
Secondly, it’s crucial that you have the ability to regularly conduct needs assessments and evaluate the programs you’re implementing. Our Facilitator Guide provides a blueprint for trainers on how to properly lead participants through maintaining an inclusive workspace. We also offer diversity audit programs, a trademarked process that measures 10 domains and helps you see, through comprehensive reports, the progress you’ve made.
What designations does Construct the Present hold?
Construct the present is a Black, woman owned, Bcorp, and a values driven company. Learn more about our founder and team here.
How can I get in contact with you?
We can be reached via our contact page or email
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Where are you based?
We are based in Portland, Oregon and operate in Pacific Time. We offer virtual and in-person options for our services and travel regularly to meet client needs.
Ready to get started?
Looking for more information or unsure which program is right for your organization? Our team is available to answer questions and help identify the best path forward.
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