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  • Your partner in driving positive change at work.

    Our tailored consulting and capacity building support services are designed to help nonprofits, government agencies, and organizations create inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environments.

  • What We Do

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    Dismantling Oppressive Systems

    TooREL Institute for Social Change (TISC) is a collective of subject matter

    experts, strategists, thought leaders, healers and facilitators devoted to dismantling systems and structures that deem some people deserving of a violence-free life, while others are harmed, overlooked, dismissed, and mistreated in their communities and workplaces.

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    Addressing Root Causes of Inequity

    TISC goes beyond typical Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) approaches and deepens into a Roots, Equity, and Liberation (REL™) framework. The collective utilizes the REL framework to confront and address root causes of racial inequalities and institutional racism in order to craft culture change plans, that prioritize self-actualization, accountability, healing and wellness as key aspects of achieving sustainable transformation.

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    Advancing DEI Approaches by Embedding Equity and Liberation

    Our work is focused on co-creating Black centered environments and workplaces that embed equity and liberation in all policies and practices. DEI approaches are inadequate without the infrastructure and commitment to support and sustain thriving environments for all.

  • Going Beyond Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion to Create Welcoming Environments for All People

    We offer tailored consulting and capacity building support services for nonprofits, government agencies and organizations committed to dismantling unfair practices and systems of oppression in order to create inclusive, equitable and welcoming work environments and communities. We believe that every community and organization have the capacity to create an environment and culture that values diverse backgrounds, perspectives and lived experiences; and every individual has the innate ability to be an active participant in the necessary activities to support that philosophy.

     

    We meet each client where they are. We listen to our clients’ desires, concerns, challenges, and strengths, and co-create a culture shift plan that reflects their commitment and meet their needs.

  • Our Primary Service Offerings

    The Roots Equity & Liberation Project

    Over a multiyear phased process, the team works with your organization to implement all aspects of the TooREL framework. Phases include: 1) Assessing Readiness, 2) Preparation,

    3) Implementation, 4) Evaluation,

    5) Reflect & Reset, and 6) Celebrate, Recharge & Rest.

    The Collaborative Leadership Program

    This is a transformational program designed for people of color. This is a sacred space that offers opportunities for growth, healing, stretching, authentic connections, strategizing and intention setting. Program activities include a wellness retreat, group coaching, peer-to-peer learning opportunity and networking.

    Signature Trainings

    We offer training focused on common workplace challenges and issues in leadership that stem from inequalities and trauma in the workplace. The topics covered in these trainings include workplace wellness, fostering resilience, navigating difficult conversations, building and maintaining adaptability, and personal and organizational accountability.

  • Past and Current Collaborative Partners

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    "Arlene Vassell, the founding director, has a proven track record of dedication and expertise in this field that serve as a testament to the organization's potential for creating meaningful and lasting impact. Her unwavering commitment to addressing the root causes of racial inequality, coupled with a strategic approach to center Black joy, Black voices, Black brilliance, and Black communities, positions the Toorel Institute for Social Change, Inc. as a trailblazer in the work of undoing racism and its root causes.  I have had the privilege of witnessing firsthand the deep skills, wisdom, passion, and dedication that the founding director brings to this cause. Her collaborative spirit, strategic vision, and tireless efforts have already made a significant impact in our shared journey toward liberation and justice. I encourage individuals, organizations, and communities to tap into the expertise of the Toorel Institute for Social Change, Inc. as a guiding force in their efforts toward justice and, ultimately,

    our shared liberation."

    Heidi Notario, M.A.

    Chief of Education & Access, Caminar Latino/Latinos United for Peace & Equity; Co-Founder and Owner, Instituto Mosaico

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