Rie Gilsdorf aspires to connect humans across distance and difference; to integrate mind and body, science and art, healing and change-making — a double-agent and a bridge. WHAT I DO: I teach organizations, communities and individuals of all identities how to recognize and transform Dominant culture; And I help White people embody a positive White racial identity, using body-based inquiry, high-level Anti-racism training & customized Coaching & Mentoring. BOOK A FREE CONSULTATION at www.calendly.com/rieag/30min WHERE I’VE WORKED: I’ve spent the last 10+ years serving clients in many industries including: 🎭 Arts: Cowles Center for Dance & Performing Arts, Park Square Theater, Opera America 🏫 Education: U of M Lab School, Design School X & St. Paul School of Northern Lights 🧠 Mental Health: Institute for Core Energetics, Minnesota Care Partner & Nosotros Counseling 🤝 Nonprofits: Transcend Education, SURJ-MN & Bryn Mawr Neighborhood Association ✨ Faith Communities: Episcopal Dioceses of Virginia and Minnesota, Vedanta Boulder and more HOW I’M DIFFERENT: I integrate Systems Change, Embodiment & Critical Consciousness to overcome systemic racism. With advanced degrees in Biology and Dance, I understand the perceptions of the mind, heart and body. My on-the-ground experience as an arts administrator, teacher and advocate for innovative programs that focus on developing children’s brilliance through the arts taught me how to envision and create positive change. And my six years working for Courageous Conversation showed me how to engage productively in equity work as a White woman. TOPICS I COVER: ✔️ Getting into Action for Anti-racism ✔️ White Affinity/Accountability ✔️ Trauma-sensitive Embodiment Techniques ✔️ Recognizing & Transforming Dominant Culture ✔️ Cross-Cultural Communication ✔️ Diversity, Inclusion, Justice & Belonging