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BE A
CATALYST
FOR POSITIVE CHANGE
Make a Difference.
Create Change.
Inspire Progress.
BE A
CATALYST
FOR POSITIVE CHANGE
Make a Difference.
Create Change.
Inspire Progress.
Creating Meaningful and Sustainable Change
Lasting progress is achieved when individuals from all backgrounds work together to address societal challenges.
True collaboration requires openness, self-reflection, and a willingness to navigate difficult conversations while embracing accountability.
Creating Meaningful and Sustainable Change
Lasting progress is achieved when individuals from all backgrounds work together to address societal challenges.
True collaboration requires openness, self-reflection, and a willingness to navigate difficult conversations while embracing accountability.
Start Your Journey Toward Advocacy and Understanding
The first step in becoming an effective advocate is having a clear road map for your journey!
As You Begin, Ask yourself:
Do you acknowledge that inequities exist and wonder how you can make a difference?
Are you looking for tools to better support diverse families, friends, and colleagues?
Are you striving to do more to foster inclusion and understanding in your community?
Do you wonder about your role in creating safe spaces and bridging differences?
Are you working to better understand concepts related to privilege and perspective?
Start Your Journey Toward Advocacy and Understanding
The first step in becoming an effective advocate is having a clear road map for your journey!
As You Begin, Ask yourself:
Do you acknowledge that inequities exist and wonder how you can make a difference?
Are you looking for tools to better support diverse families, friends, and colleagues?
Are you striving to do more to foster inclusion and understanding in your community?
Do you wonder about your role in creating safe spaces and bridging differences?
Are you working to better understand concepts related to privilege and perspective?
WHAT IS ALLYSHIP?
Allyship is an Earned Title.
Allyship is an Identity.
Allyship is a Responsibility.
Allyship is an Honor.
WHAT IS ALLYSHIP?
Allyship is an Earned Title.
Allyship is an Identity.
Allyship is a Responsibility.
Allyship is an Honor.
Dr. Maysa Akbar,
PhD, ABPP
Dr. Maysa Akbar is a groundbreaking psychologist, best-selling author, and healer. A thought leader and expert in racial trauma, allyship, diversity, equity, and inclusion, she is sought out by corporations, philanthropies, nonprofit organizations, urban school districts, and social services agencies to promote antiracism and advance racial equity. She brings insight, courage, and passion to her conversations with communities of color and white communities.
Dr. Akbar is a board-certified clinical psychologist and is a leading expert in racial trauma. She has held positions as an Assistant Clinical Professor at Yale University, School of Medicine. In addition, Dr. Akbar is the founder of Integrated Wellness Group, a psychotherapy practice specializing in treating race-based trauma since 2008. She has worked nationally and internationally to advance the conversation around diversity, equity and inclusion.
Dr. Maysa Akbar,
PhD, ABPP
Dr. Maysa Akbar is a groundbreaking psychologist, best-selling author, and healer. A thought leader and expert in racial trauma, allyship, diversity, equity, and inclusion, she is sought out by corporations, philanthropies, nonprofit organizations, urban school districts, and social services agencies to promote antiracism and advance racial equity. She brings insight, courage, and passion to her conversations with communities of color and white communities.
Dr. Akbar is a board-certified clinical psychologist and is a leading expert in racial trauma. She has held positions as an Assistant Clinical Professor at Yale University, School of Medicine. In addition, Dr. Akbar is the founder of Integrated Wellness Group, a psychotherapy practice specializing in treating race-based trauma since 2008. She has worked nationally and internationally to advance the conversation around diversity, equity and inclusion.
real change starts with you
This Is Your Call to Action!
Learn how to promote inclusivity and equity in all areas of life—work, home, and community.
Explore the historical context of societal inequalities and their impact on individuals and communities.
Discover what it means to be a supportive and inclusive advocate, collaborator, or partner.
Gain practical tools to take meaningful steps toward fostering positive change in a way that aligns with your strengths and comfort level.
real change starts with you
This Is Your Call to Action!
Learn how to promote inclusivity and equity in all areas of life—work, home, and community.
Explore the historical context of societal inequalities and their impact on individuals and communities.
Discover what it means to be a supportive and inclusive advocate, collaborator, or partner.
Gain practical tools to take meaningful steps toward fostering positive change in a way that aligns with your strengths and comfort level.
BECOME a SUPPORTIVE ADVOCATE
Engaging in this work can be a transformative experience. It allows you to develop skills such as active listening, fostering honest and clear communication, navigating moments of constructive conflict, and leading with empathy and authenticity.
BECOME a SUPPORTIVE ADVOCATE
Engaging in this work can be a transformative experience. It allows you to develop skills such as active listening, fostering honest and clear communication, navigating moments of constructive conflict, and leading with empathy and authenticity.
what is included in the beyond ally course?
When you enroll in the Beyond Ally program, you will receive access to the Welcome area and the first 2 modules, reflections and calls to action to facilitate learning in different media.
When you have completed this learning, you will have the option to purchase the next 2 or the entire rest of the course.
The reflections and calls to action will provide practical tools to support the transformation process and help build mental toughness.
Each module will be broken up into two to four lessons and each will have a mix of three components:
REFLECTIONS AND CALLS TO ACTION
VIDEOS
RESOURCES
YES, IT’S TOUGH WORK …
… But we guarantee you will see your relationships and alliances in a new light after experiencing all 6 modules of the Beyond Ally course. If you are not satisfied with the depth of your learning, we will happily refund your course fee within 30 days.
what is included in the beyond ally course?
When you enroll in the Beyond Ally program, you will receive access to the Welcome area and the first 2 modules, reflections and calls to action to facilitate learning in different media.
When you have completed this learning, you will have the option to purchase the next 2 or the entire rest of the course.
The reflections and calls to action will provide practical tools to support the transformation process and help build mental toughness.
Each module will be broken up into two to four lessons and each will have a mix of three components:
REFLECTIONS AND CALLS TO ACTION
VIDEOS
RESOURCES
YES, IT’S TOUGH WORK …
… But we guarantee you will see your relationships and alliances in a new light after experiencing all 6 modules of the Beyond Ally course. If you are not satisfied with the depth of your learning, we will happily refund your course fee within 30 days.
“I am a white woman who grew up in racially-segregated Louisville, Kentucky.
Because my working-class family was fairly open to other cultures, and because I had the opportunity to live and work with indigenous communities in Latin America, I thought I had no prejudices. Was I ever wrong! Reading Dr. Akbar’s book woke me up to the multitude of ways that “kind-hearted” people like me are oblivious of the deep racism in our core. Maysa’s use of personal stories and strong research brought things home to me with clarity and strength. The book taught me a lot. And let me know that I have much more to learn. Thank you for educating us, Dr. Akbar.”
Millie Grenough
Author, Oasis in the Overwhelm
Clinical Instructor in Psychiatry, Yale University School of Medicine
“Having a family filled with POC who I love dearly doesn't make me an ally. Dr. Akbar helps us to learn what we need to do to transform our love and desire for racial justice into actionable steps. Beyond Ally is a compassionate, insightful guide to recognizing and accepting our privilege to turn it into a tool to build meaningful change in our communities- brick by brick.”
Lisa Votto, LMFT
New Haven, Connecticut
“This is a critical moment in our country’s history, and defeating systemic inequality will take allies who are committed to learning what it really means to fight racial injustice.”
Peter T. Grauer
Chairman of the Board, Bloomberg LP
“I am a white woman who grew up in racially-segregated Louisville, Kentucky.
Because my working-class family was fairly open to other cultures, and because I had the opportunity to live and work with indigenous communities in Latin America, I thought I had no prejudices. Was I ever wrong! Reading Dr. Akbar’s book woke me up to the multitude of ways that “kind-hearted” people like me are oblivious of the deep racism in our core. Maysa’s use of personal stories and strong research brought things home to me with clarity and strength. The book taught me a lot. And let me know that I have much more to learn. Thank you for educating us, Dr. Akbar.”
Millie Grenough
Author, Oasis in the Overwhelm
Clinical Instructor in Psychiatry, Yale University School of Medicine
“Having a family filled with POC who I love dearly doesn't make me an ally. Dr. Akbar helps us to learn what we need to do to transform our love and desire for racial justice into actionable steps. Beyond Ally is a compassionate, insightful guide to recognizing and accepting our privilege to turn it into a tool to build meaningful change in our communities- brick by brick.”
Lisa Votto, LMFT
New Haven, Connecticut
“This is a critical moment in our country’s history, and defeating systemic inequality will take allies who are committed to learning what it really means to fight racial injustice.”
Peter T. Grauer
Chairman of the Board, Bloomberg LP
Click now to become an effective ally. Gain the knowledge to transform into the best version of yourself and help dismantle racism.
Click now to become an effective ally. Gain the knowledge to transform into the best version of yourself and help dismantle racism.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Q: How Long Does It Take To Complete This Program? +
The program includes nine modules. We recommend spending a few days on each module to absorb the material, reflect on the topics, and complete the homework assignments. While the estimated completion time is about three weeks, the online format allows you to learn at your own pace.
Q: I Feel Uncomfortable About Some Of The Topics This Program Will Cover? +
That’s a natural response to new learnings and perspectives you may never have considered. Becoming Urban Trauma® Informed requires that you move out of your comfort zone to confront serious issues associated with racial injustice. You should expect to experience some discomfort. Recognize those feelings and acknowledge them as signs of personal growth.
Q: Can I Return To Previous Modules To Refresh My Understanding Of A Topic? +
Absolutely! You have access to the entire program for one full year after your enrollment. Feel free to review materials at your leisure.
Q: Can I Share My Lessons With Others In My Community? +
We encourage you to share your newfound knowledge with others in your community and the people you serve. You will also join a learning community of many Urban Trauma practitioners who will be training alongside you. But please recognize that your access to the membership site is limited to you and only you. The materials in the program are copyrighted by Dr. Maysa Akbar and are not available for duplication or distribution without her permission.
Urban Trauma is a registered trademark of Urban Trauma LLC
Urban Trauma is a registered trademark of Urban Trauma LLC