Partnering for Change: Build Inclusive, Equitable Learning

In this topic, you’ll explore the foundations of being a thoughtful, supportive, and inclusive volunteer.

This topic includes three modules:

Modules

  1. Module 1: Understanding Yourself as a Learning Partner
  2. Module 2: Anti-Racism and Language Justice in Adult Learning (Refresher)
  3. Module 3: Trauma-Informed and Inclusive Practice

Please read through each module carefully. Some include optional reflection or assessment questions to deepen your understanding.

Module 1: Understanding Yourself as a Learning Partner

Please take a moment to read the article linked below. It offers helpful insight into what it means to support adult learners.

Volunteering to Teach Adults to Read    


Module 2: Anti-Racism and Language Justice in Adult Learning (Refresher)

Please take a moment to watch the video linked below. It offers helpful insight into what it means to support adult learners.



Module 3: Trauma-Informed and Inclusive Practice

Learn how to create safe, supportive spaces for adult learners by applying trauma-informed and inclusive approaches. This will help you better understand how past experiences can impact learning—and how to respond with care, empathy, and respect. Please watch the video to get started.



Wrapping Up

Congratulations on completing the first training and all three modules! As a final step, please take a moment to complete this short assessment and reflection. This will help us understand whether the materials were useful and how they supported you in your role as a volunteer.