Professional Development

Nicki Sanders, MSW, Trainer, Facilitator, Educator

I am an undergraduate and graduate first-generation college student, student parent, and nontraditional student. I have worked in school-based programs for over two decades and had a bird’s eye view of the frailties and inequities in our education system including the “push out” of Black girls and the “school to prison” pipeline for children of color.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST:

  • Training
  • Workshop Facilitation
  • Conferences
  • Speaking Engagements
  • Higher Education Guest Lecturer

PRESENTATIONS

  • You Can’t Pour From An Empty Cup: Self-Love, Self-Care, and Self-Preservation
  • On My Terms: I Am My Own Case Study
  • Social Working from the Classroom to the Boardroom (BSW students)
  • Social Work: Myths, Magic, and Mastery (MSW and DSW students)

ADDITIONAL THEMES INCLUDE:

  • Thriving as a College Student of Color
  • Engaging and Retaining Program Participants
  • Leveraging Your Social Work Degree
  • Building a Strong Career
  • Leadership Effectiveness
  • Living Your Brand
  • Burnout Prevention and Recovery
  • Managing Up

ACADEMIC TEACHING EXPERIENCE:

  • Introduction to Human Relations
  • Introduction to Social Work
  • Introduction to Sociology
  • Social Problems
  • Public Health Internship

BOOK ME:

I specialize in leadership development and successful careers in nontraditional social
work.

I am available as a guest lecturer, trainer, and workshop facilitator for BSW,
MSW, and DSW courses, academic events, and student activities.

I am available as a guest for your panels, podcasts, and YouTube channels.

*I am currently accepting training, speaking, panelist, and guest lecture engagements. Schedule a free 20-minute consultation to discuss which professional development services are the best fit for you or your organization.