Unity in Professionalism Workshops

The Damietta Training Center empowers the Siena community by providing skills, knowledge, and perspectives for navigating a diverse world. Through experiential learning, classroom support, and brave spaces for dialogue, we develop compassionate leaders. Our workshops encourage students to reflect on their identities and promote social understanding while fostering the dignity and worth of every person.

Dialogue and Facilitator Training Program

Our expert-led semester long program provides hands-on learning, practical insights, and valuable concrete skills to help students excel in their leadership roles and engage in effective dialogue in any setting. By fostering active listening, empathy, and open communication, this program helps individuals establish a brave space to navigate complex topics with sensitivity and understanding. Participants gain a better understanding of what a facilitator is, how to move a dialogue forward and how to repair and maintain relationships.

Training & Workshops

Our in-class training and workshops are designed to engage participants in hands-on, transformative learning experiences in the classroom. The collaborative approach with the Damietta staff and faculty allows the session to tailored to expand upon lecture specific content.

Sessions can be tailored to help with understanding with;

Cultural awareness, education and perspectives Perspective taking Positionality Dialogue and so much more!

Franciscan Restorative Circles

Franciscan Restorative Circles provide a unique space for healing, dialogue, and community building. Rooted in Franciscan values of peace, respect, and compassion, these circles create opportunities for individuals to share their experiences, listen deeply, and work together to restore relationships and foster understanding. Through this process, we cultivate empathy, promote a sense of belonging, shared responsibility and justice within the community.