Me to We: Developing the Mindset and Skillsets for Turning Us and Them into We

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03 Jun

Me to We Learning Burst Modules

Me to We Learning Burst Modules

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 (12:00 AM) to Friday, June 30, 2028 (11:59 PM)
11 PDCs
Provider: Getting To We, Inc.
Course Name: Me to We: Developing the Mindset and Skillsets for Turning Us and Them into We

Speaker: Deborah L Plummer, PhD
Program Type: Videoconferences, webcasts, audiocasts, podcasts, eBooks, self-directed E-Learning
Registration URL: https://gettingtowe.org/learning-burst-modules/

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Learning Objectives After completing these modules participants will be able to: • Define the Me to We Mindset and explain how it differs from traditional approaches to inclusion and diversity • Identify the characteristics of a Me to We Mindset in themselves and in the environments they are part of • Reflect on personal patterns of behavior that support or challenge their commitment to shared humanity • Distinguish between cultures of fit and cultures of belonging and articulate why that distinction matters • Recognize interconnectedness as both a personal practice and a collective responsibility • Be introduced and understand the 4 Me to We skill sets that put the mindset into action

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Me to We: Developing the Mindset and Skillsets for Turning Us and Them into We Module 1: Introduction to Me to We Mindset Course Description This introductory module explores the Me to We Mindset: a way of understanding ourselves as inextricably linked to one another and to the world around us. More than a framework, it's an orientation for living: one that calls us to translate our values into behaviors, adapt to change with intention, and engage even those we disagree with from a place of dignity and shared humanity. Through reflection and guided inquiry, participants begin to examine how their daily actions and attitudes either support or undermine a culture of true belonging. Learning Objectives After completing this module, participants will be able to: • Define the Me to We Mindset and explain how it differs from traditional approaches to inclusion and diversity • Identify the characteristics of a Me to We Mindset in themselves and in the environments they are part of • Reflect on personal patterns of behavior that support or challenge their commitment to shared humanity • Distinguish between cultures of fit and cultures of belonging and articulate why that distinction matters • Recognize interconnectedness as both a personal practice and a collective responsibility Module 2: Holding Multiple Realities, Identities, and Perspectives Course Description This module invites us into one of the most essential and challenging practices of the Me to We journey: holding multiple realities at once. Grounded in the understanding that every person brings a unique set of social group identities, lived experiences, and ways of knowing, this module equips participants with a five-step skillset for moving through the world with greater clarity, curiosity, and cultural competence. Through reflection, case studies, and guided practice, participants learn to observe without judgment, name what they see with precision, ask better questions, and confirm understanding across differences, all while taking a principled stand on human rights and dignity. Learning Objectives After completing this module, participants will be able to: • Explain why holding multiple realities is essential to building inclusive environments and advancing equity • Practice the five-step Me to We skillset: observing as an attentive bystander, tracking without judgment, naming what you see, questioning, and confirming the reality • Identify how social group identities, including race, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, and nationality, shape individual and collective perspectives • Distinguish between observation and judgment, and apply that distinction in real workplace and community scenarios • Recognize and begin to interrupt conscious and unconscious bias, ethnocentrism, and culturally myopic thinking • Apply the skillset to complex, real-world situations where multiple and sometimes competing truths must coexist Module 3: Moving from Certainty to Curiosity Course Description What if the most powerful thing we could do in a conversation is simply not know — and be willing to say so? This module explores the transformative shift from certainty to curiosity and what becomes possible when we lead with humility rather than assumption. Through the practice of humble inquiry, participants learn to ask questions that open rather than close, that seek understanding rather than agreement, and that create the conditions for genuine connection across differences. From examining our own identity complexities to managing the dynamics of difference in multicultural settings, this module challenges us to turn our curious gaze both inward and outward, and to let that curiosity move us from Me to We. Learning Objectives After completing this module, participants will be able to: • Explain the distinction between certainty and curiosity, and articulate why a curiosity-driven mindset is essential for multicultural living and inclusive leadership • Identify the characteristics of powerful questions and practice humble inquiry in real conversations and diverse environments • Examine personal assumptions, biases, and identity complexities — including both visible and less visible dimensions of identity • Recognize how social and political contexts shape identity and influence interpersonal dynamics • Apply curiosity as a strategy for managing the dynamics of difference, transforming potential conflict into an opportunity for growth and innovation • Take intentional action to expand their circle of influence through conscious choices that reflect a Me to We mindset Module 4: Connecting Intention and Impact Course Description Good intentions are a starting point, not a destination. This module explores one of the most common and consequential gaps in human communication: the distance between what we mean and how it lands. Through personal reflection, real-world scenarios, and practical tools, participants examine how intention and impact work together and why understanding both is essential for getting from Me to We. We move beyond blame and defensiveness to build the self-awareness, communication strategies, and conversational skills needed to repair disconnects, call people in rather than out, and align our actions with our deepest values and desired outcomes. Learning Objectives After completing this module, participants will be able to: • Define intention and impact, and explain why both are equal contributors to how communication is perceived across difference • Identify the levels of intent — from malicious to clueless — and respond to each with an appropriate, effective approach • Recognize the role of self-awareness, perception, attribution, and context in shaping the gap between intention and impact • Apply practical strategies for navigating difficult conversations, including calling people in, testing assumptions, and building on shared facts and values • Use conversation bounce back sentence stems to create dialogue that promotes understanding rather than defensiveness • Demonstrate the "being effective" approach in emotionally charged discussions about race, gender, and other dimensions of difference Module 5: Using Social Privilege for Mutual Benefit Course Description Social privilege is not a judgment; it's a reality. And understanding it is one of the most powerful steps we can take toward equity, belonging, and mutual benefit. This module invites participants to explore the often invisible force of social privilege: what it is, how it operates across dimensions of diversity, and how it shapes daily life in ways both subtle and significant. Through personal reflection, the Diversity Petal Exercise, and practical strategy-building, participants move from awareness to action, learning to recognize their own privilege landscape and leverage it not as a source of guilt, but as a life skill and a tool for collective good. This is how we move from Me to We. Learning Objectives After completing this module, participants will be able to: • Define social privilege and identify its key characteristics, including how it operates invisibly, unconsciously, and across all dimensions of diversity • Recognize how privilege manifests in daily life, public spaces, workplaces, institutions, and interpersonal interactions • Complete the Diversity Petal Exercise to map their own personal privilege landscape across multiple dimensions of identity • Reflect honestly on where they experience both privilege and its absence, and how intersecting identities shape their unique experience • Apply the six principles of privilege as a life skill — awareness, empathy, amplification, agency, action, and accountability — to their personal and professional contexts • Develop a concrete action plan for using social privilege toward mutual benefit, with strategies for expanding influence, challenging assumptions, and advocating for equity in their communities and organizations Module 6: Me to We Mindset Summary Modules Summary Developing a Me to We Mindset is a deep exploration for what is effective and works best for the benefit of all. It requires co-creating that reality of a society that works for everyone. A Me to Me Mindset allows us to fully achieve healthy workplaces where diversity is valued, honest ideas are welcomed, and knowledge is expanded. Educational institutions become environments that foster an inclusive experience for all learners. Communities progress from apathy and insensitivity to understanding and inclusivity resulting in increased social capital. Neighborhoods thrive with strong community engagement and a shared responsibility for their fellow neighbors. A society exists where all people feel empowered to contribute to the greater good and social discourse is productive, solutions oriented, and future focused. That’s a whole lot of measurable benefits Learning Objectives After completing the six modules, reflect on these questions: 1. What information did you learn in these modules that you could easily recall under pressure? 2. What ideas are you currently using? 3. What ideas do you plan to use? 4. Is there anything you plan to do differently as a result of this experience?