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"I partner with organizations, communities, schools, faith spaces, and leadership teams to create meaningful experiences that invite reflection, build connection, and support transformation. Whether I am speaking, facilitating a retreat, leading a workshop, or guiding a multi-session training, my work is designed to help people engage difficult truths with courage, compassion, and clarity."
"Dr. Debi, You were terrific! For such a tough topic, you’re upbeat manner, gracious approach to self-assessment, and warm presence made it a safe and productive place with a practical and hopeful path forward. I feel fortunate indeed to be in this place at this time where awareness, education, guidance, and opportunity are available by trailblazers such as yourself. Heartfelt thanks to you for that personal gift and for your vital contribution to our conference. "
Tricia Pace
Community Health Supervisor and Conference Coordinator
"You were truly amazing, and you rocked it! Interactive, knowledgeable, relationship building, accountability and funny all rolled into one fine presentation! What a fantastic way to end a conference! "
Michelle Volk
Conference Attendee
"It was clear as our retreat speaker and facilitator that she was thoughtful, mindful and highly tuned in to the objectives we wanted. She exceeded our expectations! She was exceptional and remarkable! Dr. Debi’s presence, style and contagious warmth."
Debrena Jackson Gandy
National Best-Selling Author| Life and Transformative Coach
"I had the distinct honor of having Dr. Debi, as a guest on the Women Who Soar Sister Chat Podcast. Dr. Debi was so phenomenal that I invited her back for a Part 2 discussion. Her DEEP EXPERTISE provided the viewers insight and awareness to systemic racial issues and solutions. She also provided practical tools to help Black and Brown people navigate their responses to adverse encounters. Dr. Debi left us feeling INSPIRED, CHALLENGED, ENLIGHTENED, and EMPOWERED to soar higher. "
Mary J. Morton
CEO W.I.N.G.S | Executive Life Coach
"One of my favorite sessions from the Faculty and Staff of Color Conference. Dr. Debi so masterfully explored how unresolved or unprocessed trauma especially in the workplace can manifest in ways that create inequitable outcomes for others. We don’t always realize what we carry with us, or the messages that have been ingrained over time. Her reminder that counter-messaging is essential to help us shift our pain into purpose was powerful and timely. Thank you, Dr. Jenkins, for your wisdom, care, and for always calling us to heal as we do the work of justice. 💜 "
Dr. Rashida Willard
Northwest Regional Equity Conference Founder| Vice President of Equity and Inclusion
"As our Keynote speaker, Dr. Debi incorporated powerful personal stories, local anecdotes and held an incredible depth of knowledge. Authentic, inspiring and actionable! Our most outstanding event to date!"
Maury Harris
Senior Communications Officer| Marketing Professional
"People just keep saying how fabulous you are. It was truly an amazing thing to be present and observe the powerful emotions in that room! Dr. Debi, thank YOU for being ready to impact so many lives and careers with your scholarship, your intense joy—and your laughter. So rare."
Jennifer Whetham
Associate Dean| Educational Developer for Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging| Institutional Diversity
"Thank you for presenting at FSOCC! Your presentation changed my life and brought me back to FSOCC and to my family and I really appreciate that."
Jaime Sterio
Director of Recruitment and Outreach
"Thank you for presenting for us! Our attendees loved the presentation! Here is some feedback on insights gained: an attendee shared in appreciation of Dr. Debi's own anti-oppression research that “I really appreciated the IST of an ISM model/diagram!” In the reflection below, an attendee stated that they desired to know “overgrow the biases that I have is a new start to change and educate myself on the history [of the United States] and progress to overcome racism.” One attendee commented on the direction planned for their professional work with children and families, “Parent bonding should receive more focus in our care of families and included in prenatal education. [Therefore], it is so important to my work as an IBCLC to be always incorporating ways to stay educated and continue to listen and learn what I can do to dismantle systemic racism.” The following attendee shared a quote of Dr. Debi's that stood out for them most during the presentation, "In order to build equity and resilient spaces in our community we have to begin with ourselves in order to understand and make a change.” Thank you for collaborating with SW WA Healthy Families!!"
Yasmina Aknin
SW WA Healthy Families Coordinator
"I know this work is therapeutic, complex and certainly at the heart of your passion! Your expertise and transferable delivery were ah-mazing! Yes, we will have you back, as we all will Share the Flame!"
Shandra Terry
Retired Regional Involvement Coordinator for USDA Forest Service|Speaker|Stortyteller
"I entered the space today trying to focus my intention on healing and forgiveness. Words cannot properly express my gratitude. You- Dr. Debi, created a challenging and healing space for me. You provided clarity, tools, and encouragement that I so needed at this very moment. You are truly a gift! I am honored to have the opportunity to share space with you."
Rafeeka Kloke
Director of Legislative Affairs in Higher Education
"Dr. Debi is a phenomenal speaker and presenter. Her recent keynote on healing at our 1st Annual Innovation Summit felt like a warm hug. She was able to balance humor, engagement, and practical application of knowledge with a very diverse audience. By the end of her talk, I watched faces beam with joy around the room. It was an honor to partner."
Camille Idedvbo
Founder, PPS Innovation Studio |Innovation Strategist| Experiential Designer| Storyteller
"Dr. Debi's energy and positive message resonate with her audience. Dr. Debi's words and her spirit encourage and support people who hear her to not just listen but actively participate. Dr. Debi's knowledge and experience is shared in a way which moves people to a place of action and empathy for themselves and for those around them. Listening to Dr. Debi speak and serving the group, I saw engaged people who could relate! Spending time with Dr. Debi is truly transformative!"
Carrie Wiekel-Delaphane
Administrator
"Dr. Debi you were incredible when you came to the Port to speak. It resonated with me! I am in Nashville now but still spreading your message and telling people about you. Thank you for being an incredible influencer!"
Edward K McDonald III
McDonald-McElrath & Caffey-Lowery
"Thank you for partnering with us as we begin this important work. I am deeply appreciative of the care and expertise you brought to the group. The activities you facilitated on Friday created space for meaningful reflection, and I believe they have sparked the kind of thoughtful introspection that will strengthen both individual leadership and our collective impact."
Michael A. Brown, PhD
Director of Educational Resources & Innovation Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges
My Signature Frameworks
My work is grounded in three interconnected frameworks that shape every training, workshop, retreat, and speaking engagement.
Justice-Rooted Living™
The foundation.
A way of living, leading, and relating that centers healing, alignment, community care, and justice in everyday practice.
Daring to Dismantle™
The lens.
A truth-telling approach that helps individuals and organizations examine trauma, oppression, inequity, and the systems that keep harm in place.
Dismantle to Heal™
The process.
A trauma-informed pathway for breaking harmful patterns, making meaning of lived experience, and building toward healing, accountability, and sustainable change.
Be. See. Heal.
Justice-Rooted Living™ → Daring to Dismantle™ → Dismantle to Heal™
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A Justice-Centered Approach to Healing and Transformation
My work centers on Justice-Rooted Living™, uses a Daring to Dismantle™ lens, and guides people through the Dismantle to Heal™ process.
Together, these frameworks support honest dialogue, deeper awareness, courageous action, and meaningful healing for individuals, teams, and communities.
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Ways We Can Work Together
Workshops & Trainings
Custom-designed, engaging sessions rooted in trauma-informed practice, cultural responsiveness, and actionable learning. Each workshop is shaped by my Justice-Rooted Living™, Daring to Dismantle™, and Dismantle to Heal™ frameworks.
Retreats
Restorative and transformational retreat experiences for teams, leaders, and communities seeking reflection, alignment, healing, and strategy.
Speaking Engagements
Keynotes, featured talks, community conversations, and presentations that blend truth-telling, compassion, storytelling, and practical insight.
Panels & Event Facilitation
Thoughtful moderation, dynamic panel participation, and event support that brings depth, warmth, and audience engagement.
Lunch & Learns
Short, focused sessions that introduce powerful ideas in accessible, energizing ways with immediate takeaways.
Multi-Week Programs
Deeper learning experiences that allow participants to engage the Dismantle to Heal™ process over time with reflection, accountability, and community connection.
Podcast Interviews &Guest Conversations
I welcome opportunities to engage in meaningful, thought-provoking conversations through podcast interviews and media appearances.
In these spaces, I bring a grounded, compassionate, and truth-centered voice to topics such as:
Trauma and healing
Justice-Rooted Living™
Daring to Dismantle™
Dismantle to Heal™
Racial, relational, and intergenerational trauma
Workplace and educational equity
Collective healing and cultural transformation
My approach blends storytelling, insight, and practical application, creating conversations that resonate deeply with listeners and inspire reflection and action.
Whether your audience is navigating personal healing, leadership growth, or systemic change, I aim to offer language, perspective, and tools that meet them where they are.
Reach out to invite me to your podcast or media platform
I am especially interested in conversations that center healing, justice, leadership, education, and the intersection of personal and collective transformation.
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Signature Speaking & Training Topics
I can do customized presentations in addition to the following signature topics:
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Justice-Rooted Living™ in Practice: Leadership, Education, and Everyday Application
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Daring to Dismantle™: Race, Trauma, Truth-Telling, and Transformative Dialogue
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Dismantle to Heal™: Pathways Toward Individual, Collective, and Institutional Healing
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Workplace & Educational Trauma: Equity-Centered Leadership and Culture Transformation
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Intergenerational Trauma, Cultural Memory, and Community Care in Learning & Leadership Spaces
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Relational Harm, Betrayal Trauma, and Healing Through a Social Justice Lens
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Building Justice-Aligned, Trauma-Informed Organizations, Schools, and Communities
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From Dismantling Harm to Collective Healing: A Justice-Rooted, Trauma-Informed Approach to Leadership in Schools, Organizations, and Community Systems
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Creating Healing-Centered Classrooms and Workplace Cultures
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From Awareness to Action: Moving Beyond Performative DEI in Leadership and Education
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Holding Space for Hard Conversations: Containers for Embodied Healing for Leaders and Educators
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Who I work withÂ
I Support
Organizations
Schools and universities
Nonprofits
Faith communities
Leadership teams
Community groups
Healing-centered spaces
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What People Experience
“Dr. Debi creates spaces that are honest, healing, and deeply transformative. She has a rare ability to hold truth, care, and accountability all at once.”
“Her facilitation helped our team move beyond surface-level conversation into deeper understanding, stronger connection, and practical next steps.”
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Bring This Work to Your Community or Organization
If you are looking for a speaker, facilitator, or trainer who brings depth, compassion, courage, and a clear justice-centered framework, I would be honored to partner with you.
Pricing
Investment for speaking, facilitating, and training are customized based on the context, format, and scope of the work, typically ranging from four figures to lower–six figures (based on customized needs). Because this work is relational, trauma-informed, and justice-rooted, pricing is designed to reflect the preparation, care, and facilitation required to support meaningful leadership development. Our approach balances sustainability with intentional access through structured engagement options.Â
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"I am also the host of the upcoming Justice Rooted Living Podcast™, where I explore themes of healing, justice, and transformation through conversation and storytelling. The Justice-Rooted Living™ Podcast is an extension of my speaking and teaching, bringing these conversations into accessible, ongoing dialogue."
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