COVID-19 Update:
Please note that all of our workshops & trainings will be online until further notice. We are currently not offering any in-person services.
AVAILABILITY
Please note we often book workshops 4 to 6 months in advance or longer. Please reach out to us as early as possible, you can also be put on a list in case of a rare cancellation or rescheduling.
Do you offer public workshops?
Yes! We offer stand-alone pop-up sessions from time to time. You can find that information here.
Do you offer in house workshops?
Yes, we offer trainings and workshops, tailored to your collective/organization/business. For content inspiration, please visit our WORKSHOPS + TRAININGS page here. We customize the content of the workshop based on learning needs, goals and level of knowledge/previous training. Please connect with us with an idea of which sessions speak to your needs as well as any specific goals.
Do you offer workshops for children?
Youth in high school and up may be participants in our workshops.
Do you have a Patreon account?
Yes! You can become a member on my Patreon, get access to rude and radical stickers, crafts, workshops, intimate group discussions and more. Support my work in an ongoing way for as little as $5.00 a month. All proceeds support ASL and more accessible content on my platforms.
You can become a member here!
Do you deliver keynote speeches?
Yes, Rania delivers keynotes and lectures including but not limited to topics such as:
Health Equity
Maternal Health through an Anti-oppressive Lens
Transformative Justice
Consent Culture
Anti-Black Racism
Islamophobia
Creative Writing/Storytelling
Decolonization
Can you moderate a panel?
Yes, Rania is happy to moderate panels within her areas of interest (creative practice, social justice, art and cultural production, creative placemaking, et cetera). In your booking inquiry, please include a list of panelists/questions/topics, information on time, location and duration as well as any information on expected audiences.
Do you conduct equity consulting?
Yes, Rania can offer support on program design and evaluation, policy and processes as well as projects. Please email dion@raniawrites.com to begin an exploratory conversation and inquire as to whether we are currently accepting clients or if there is a wait list.
What does an equity assessment entail?
An EAPM assessment maps an institutions policies, practices and strategies for fostering equitable engagement and implementation of programming, recruitment and evaluation. The assessment identifies gaps and opportunities for fostering an anti-oppressive framework and equity building measures.
My approach as a Consultant is a holistic and engaged methodology that takes into account the communities the institution engages with: its current and past staff, its leadership and advisory bodies, its policies and communications and its history in order to contextualize and position equity goals and anti-oppressive practices in informed and sustainable ways. The elements of the consultation and assessment process include diagnostic tools, strategic planning and education. To get an idea of these elements and associated costs please see this page.
*Please note there is currently a long waiting list for assessments, although we may be able to make a referral!
What is the cost of a workshop or training?
We work on a sliding scale based on a number of factors, please email us through our contact form and be sure to include the details below in order for us to provide you with a sliding rage quote:
Duration desired
Number of participants expected
Nature of the organization
Content requested
Desired time frame
Budget
How long is a workshop?
Most of our standard workshop sessions are 2.5 hours in a digital format (with a short break) although we customize duration and content in collaboration with clients.
How many participants can be in a workshop?
Most workshop sessions have a maximum capacity of 25 (to 30) participants, although larger groups can be engaged in an alternate presentation format such as an interactive seminar. We offer a range of options to accommodate up to 2000 participants.
Do you travel to deliver workshops, trainings, performances or keynote presentations?
Yes, Rania has delivered workshops both across Canada and internationally. We advise you to reach out to us as soon as possible in order to accommodate travel in our busy schedule. We charge by the kilometer based travel rates within Ontario, Canada ( $0.75/km CAD), air travel and accommodation fees for out of province/international travel along with a $125.00 administrative fee to arrange all bookings.
*Please note we are currently in our COVID-19 operations and are not traveling or providing in person facilitation or consultation.
What kind of organizations do you work with?
Rania works with a wide range of organizations including, but not limited to: tech companies, arts based organizations, arts and cultural institutions, community organizations, social service providers, health based organizations, anti-violence movements, labour organizations, student groups, schools, universities, colleges, academic and research institutions, school boards, social enterprises, collectives, social justice groups, gender justice organizations, LGBTQQ2SA+ groups, faith based organizations, community centres, et cetera.
Do you offer remote training?
Yes, we offer remote training through our Zoom account or through a platform of the client’s choosing.
Do you mediate conflicts or facilitate transformative justice processes?
Yes; however, currently our transformative justice community process facilitation and remediation process books are closed until further notice.
What workshop topics/content do you offer?
Please visit our WORKSHOPS + TRAININGS page here for a sample of sessions offered.
Do you train equity professionals?
Yes, our Train The Trainer program is robust and provides a plethora of modules for professional development, sessions can be in person or remote. You can request to be added to the waitlist by emailing dion@raniawrites.com, only 5 individuals are trained within a year. To get an idea of content and costs please see here.
Do you offer mentoring?
Yes. However, the mentoring waitlist is currently closed.
Do you facilitate Indigenous Cultural Competence Training or Indigenous Anti-racism Training?
No, we firmly believe these conversations must be led by Indigenous folks from the community where your organization or group is located (the nation(s) whose land you are on). We encourage you to reach out to Indigenous educators specialized in these conversations.
Do you do TV/Radio/Podcast/Media appearances & interviews?
Yes, please email media@raniawrites.com and include as much detail about the interview as possible including format, duration, location, host, other guests, topics, audiences, et cetera.
*Please note my media engagements are extremely limited, thanks for your understanding!
What next? The process:
How does booking go? To inquire about booking a workshop or training with Rania, please contact us first through our Contact Us (link) page. Once your contact is received a Raniawrites team member will be in contact with you.
What is the survey? Before most workshops and trainings we will ask participants to take part in an anonymous and confidential quick survey. The candid information shared may prove helpful to the customization of your workshop. *Just a note: There are a few workshops that Rania prefers to facilitate with minimal knowledge about the audience.
How do we give quotes? Rania facilitates on a sliding scale which will be discussed during your booking process. We work on an ‘honesty is the best policy’ notion and will take into account your organizations financial means, responsibilities and community work.