Development and programs are too often siloed by design, or simply by being overworked and beyond capacity. Now more than ever, those conversations "by the water cooler" are at an all-time low. During this session, we will talk about ways to use our skills, particularly as Development professionals, to break down the silos, to advocate for our colleagues, and to break down the power dynamics we uphold. Whether you are a seasoned Director or still feeling out how it feels to work in Development, you are encouraged to contribute and participate in this conversation around what we are actually trying to do.

Join Melissa Ulrich, MSW Student from Portland State University, and start turning productivity tools into work-life balance, having hard conversations with compassion, and reflecting on our power to disrupt oppressive practices.

Learning Objectives:
- Culture of feedback and accountability
- Project/time management/structure for trauma-informed practices
- Reflections on power and positionality to disrupt harmful practices