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HTE ACADEMY OBJECTIVES
This conference, led by HTE founder Dr. Nicole Johnson, aims to offer specialized training and resources to new and experienced DEIA-minded professionals to directly address workplace challenges. Participants will gain the tools and learnings to thrive in their respective industries and join the HTE community, gaining access to ongoing training opportunities, software design and support from HTE staff. Attendees will leave with practical, research-based interpersonal and technical skills, reference materials and customized resources for DEIA workplace problem-solving.
DAY ONE - Thursday Jan 29th, 2026
(Soft Skills and Professional Development)
for Teams and Leaders
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curriculum: exercises and cognitive based therapy techniques, goal setting and measuring success
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communication techniques: facilitated dialogue, coaching and role-playing
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embodiment practices: sustainability and resilience coaching during workplace challenges
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direct care: accountability practices for inequities, facilitation responses to equity needs
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resources: literature and vocabulary utilized to clarify workplace circumstances and strengthen decision making
DAY TWO - Friday Jan 30th, 2026
(Hard Skills, Systems, Research and Organizational Theory Support) for Leaders/Founders
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data-informed resource design: building on the knowledge and skills learnt in day one, gain access to customizable resources
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technology/software training: access to HTE’s suite of dismantling systemic oppression technologies and customized coaching on implementation
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practical application: exercises and role-play to practice these technologies within the context of your workplace
We recommend that employees request professional development funding from their organizations to attend. Day 1 is best for professional development and Day 2 is best for systems development. Led by Founder of HTE Dr. Nicole Johnson, HTE staff will share best practices for workplace effectiveness in a variety of topics including systems management, onboarding support, DEIA problem solving and organizational wellness.
BEYOND THE CONFERENCE
Post conference, leaders will join the HTE community and receive coaching, technical skills, professional development materials, and customized resources for navigating their workplaces via one of the following memberships. These benefits are included with your annual membership.
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Annual Conference (free access)
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Coaching resources
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Co-working space in midtown NY
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Opportunities to strengthen your impact in research, organizing and reallocation of wealth
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Access to our Evergreen Technology Suite for DEI Best Practices
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Access to Lantern Tix affordable ticketing partnership and other Lantern Fund Opportunities
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Access to growing community of like minded DEIA leaders across industries
Individual Membership
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Annual Conference (free access)
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Coaching support for 3-6 leaders in your org (Self determination journey exercises, wealth assessment and support, access to mental health resources, navigating self advocacy, development of sustainable DEI workplace practices)
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Monthly or quarterly communal session specific to your organization around problems of practice using role play activities and strategy)
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Strategy think tanks with HTE researchers for key problems of practice or communal initiatives
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Access to our Evergreen Technology Suite for DEI Best Practices
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Discounted DEI Retreat Sessions
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Access to HTE network for hiring
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Access to Lantern Tix affordable ticketing partnership and other Lantern Fund Opportunities
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Annual Conference (free access)
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Coaching support for 8-12 leaders in your org (Self determination journey exercises, wealth assessment and support, access to mental health resources, navigating self advocacy, development of sustainable DEI workplace practices)
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Monthly or quarterly communal session specific to your organization around problems of practice using role play activities and strategy)
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Strategy think tanks with HTE researchers for key problems of practice or communal initiatives
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Access to our Evergreen Technology Suite for DEI Best Practices
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Discounted DEI Retreat Sessions
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Access to HTE network for hiring
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Access to Lantern Tix affordable ticketing partnership and other Lantern Fund Opportunities
Small Org Membership
Large Org Membership
Please reach out to us at info@harriettubmaneffect.com if you're not sure which membership is right for you and with any and all questions about HTE Academy.