Welcome, New Ancestor!

White people lead in a wide range of organizations and across many disciplines. New Ancestors is a space that recognizes income differences and class dynamics (see class privilege quiz). The cost of the three-month program includes two one-on-one coaching sessions and is based on your annual income: 

• Less than $75,000 - the fee is $1,500 (payment plan option of 3 x $500)
• $75,000 - $150,000 - the fee is $2,400 (payment plan option of 3 x $800)
• Over $150,000 - the fee is $3,300 (payment plan option of 3 x $1100)

Speak to us about ways to fund your participation; we are committed to this work being financially accessible.

This group is about the practice of racial equity leadership. Whether it's at work, in your homeowners association, or with your extended family, we dig into topics that are both personal and professional. For so many of us, what we need now (after years of reading books!) is to gather our courage and make bolder choices. 

White people need space to reflect on our feelings and experiences without worrying about the presence of people of color. For 60 years, people of color have been asking white folks to step up and do this work together. New Ancestors is a space to be supported and challenged, as well as to offer compassion. Learn more about white affinity spaces.

The groups have been a mix of non-profit directors, people in corporate roles, philanthropy, as well as volunteer leaders. Many different kinds of white leaders are looking for this kind of supportive and challenging space. See the testimonials below for more information about past participants. 

This coaching group is mainly about reflection and dialogue. We focus on our everyday experiences as white people confronting racism - in order to build greater confidence for taking action. We do share resources and occasionally discuss readings or videos.

This is not a passive learning experience. We honor each other’s presence by committing to the meeting schedule and being responsive during and in between the sessions. 

In 90 days, you will have a clear and simple way of expressing why and how racial equity matters to you and for your team. You will be comfortable describing this viewpoint, responding to people’s questions, and mediating different points of view.

→ Facilitating (and participating in) leadership meetings through a racial justice lens;

→ Building racial justice into business outputs as well as operations;

→ Finding the right balance for you between asserting your position and taking guidance from others;

→ Recognizing how racial justice work is organizational change work; 

→ Quieting the voices of self-doubt and building a leadership identity that nurtures you.