Background
has been working closely with youth who are underrepresented in academia and/or from disadvantaged backgrounds for over eight years to help them apply for and successfully complete college.
Main programs
1) RISE Together
Race, Inclusion, Solutions and Excelling (RISE) Together is an evidence-driven training program designed to increase knowledge, collaboration, productivity, inclusiveness and morale in a multicultural space. The program has three tiers: a one-hour talk, a 5-hour training program and a three-day comprehensive training program.
2) Turn the Switch: College Readiness for Underrepresented and Disadvantaged Youth
Dr. Johnson delivers a powerful presentation to youth that inspires them to turn the switch, and fully commit to obtaining a college education. He has a developmentally appropriate talk for middle school students, high school students and adults.
Other talks and training programs
- Building Bridges: Overcoming Adversity and Moving Forward.
- How to teach race and racism, especially in hostile environments.
- How to recruit and retain extraordinary minority scholars.
- Introduction to Male Feminism and Ally-ship.
- Racial Inequalities.
- Introduction to Gender Inequalities.
- How to gain and change perspectives.
- How to Connect with Minority and Disadvantaged Youth