Vision
Coaching is a trusted and sought-after catalyst for growth in our multicultural community.
Mission
ICF MN promotes the development of a community of multicultural coaches serving others. | Letter from the President | | Most coaches will recognize this graphic. We often use this concept with our clients as they search for new meaning in their lives and new pathways to explore. What is life without purpose? Purpose helps us become a better version of ourselves- both personally and professionally. It drives our behaviors, our relationships, our quests for joy and our desire to make a positive mark on the world. read more... | | Understanding and Eliminating Implicit Bias and Microaggressions
Facilitator: Dr. Jo and Nirav Sheth
Date: Thursday, Oct 12, 2023
Time: 9 AM-10:30 AM CST
Location: Zoom
Description:
This workshop focuses on fostering a deeper understanding of unconscious biases and microaggressions that can unconsciously shape our thoughts, actions, and perceptions and exploring the impact they can have on us as coaches and the clients we work with.
Objectives:
- Identifying Microaggressions
- Exploring Personal Biases
- Responding to and Addressing Microaggressions
ICF MN Members who have paid the annual fee: Free
ICF Global & MN Members (who have not paid annual fee) and non-members: $25
We look forward to seeing you Virtually!
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What does Diversity mean for Coaches?
Facilitator: Professional Development
Date: Thursday, Oct 19, 2023
Time: 6:30 PM-8:00 PM CST
Location: Zoom
Description:
As members of the ICF community, we ascribe to the core values of integrity, excellence, collaboration, and respect. The foundation of these values is a shared commitment to diversity, inclusion, belonging and justice.” ICF’s statement on Diversity and Inclusion.
In this large group and small group facilitated program, we will explore diversity: What are the layers involved in this word? What does it embody? How does it show up for us and our clients? What values, and stories and experiences inform a deep sense of that word? And how does it affect our relationships and communication with our clients?
Join us in discovering how diversity builds on the previous session of “Belonging”. How a deeper understanding of Diversity* can help inform our Chapter Vision as well as Belonging, Equity, Inclusion and Justice as coaches. Bring curiosity as well as vulnerability in a safe as well as brave space.
ICF MN Members who have paid the annual fee: Free
ICF Global & MN Members (who have not paid annual fee) and non-members: $Free
We look forward to seeing you Virtually!
| | New Member Call
New and Existing Members - Join us for an ICF MN Overview & Orientation on Nov 1st from 11:30-12:30 pm. Join us for a casual conversation where you can meet some of our ICF MN Board along with other new and existing members.
We will share our mission and vision, benefits of membership, professional development opportunities, upcoming events, and answer any questions you may have about ICF Minnesota. Great opportunity to meet fellow coaches also!
| | | | Welcome Sept 2023 New Members!
Ann Florell
Heather Galli
Jen Ouellette-Schramm
Marie Paterson
Meaghan Carpenter
Tawnya Stewart
Yengyee Lor | | Newly Accredited ACC, MCC & PCC Coaches in Sept!
Claire Giancola-Belmares, ACC (ICF MN Member)
Hailey Meyer ACC
Janet Polach PCC (ICF MN Member)
Julian Johnson PCC
Stella Evans PCC | | | | Credentialing Webinar Series - Part 6
Join us on November 7 at 10 AM CST for Part 6 of the Credentialing Webinar Series to learn how to create a ripple effect of positive impact in your community through an Ignite Initiative. Learning objectives: - What initiatives qualify as Ignite Initiatives? - How can I get involved in an Ignite Initiative in my local area? - What can I do to start an Ignite Initiative in my local area?
CCEs: 1 Resource Development
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Fall 2023 DEIJB Book Club
All are welcome to our DEIJB Book Club. We will meet via Zoom from Oct through Feb on the third Tuesday of each month
(starts Oct 17), 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM CST.
We will start by reading Jeannie Gainsburg, “The Savvy Ally: A Guide for Becoming a Skilled LGBTQ+ Advocate”.
This book is an enjoyable, humorous, encouraging, easy to understand guidebook for being an ally to the LGBTQ+ communities. It is chock full of practical and useful tools for LGBTQ+ advocacy, including: -Current and relevant information on identities and LGBTQ+ language -Tips for what to say and what not to say when someone comes out to you -LGBTQ+ etiquette and techniques for respectful conversations -Common bloopers to avoid -Tools for effectively navigating difficult conversations.
Please email Deb Johnson to join the book club at: dapomer1@gmail.com. | | |  | | Meet the Coach is a monthly feature that highlights the amazing coaches within the ICF-MN community.
This month, we are happy to introduce you to Paul Oppedahl, ACC. Paul is an ICF trained coach who wants you to succeed. He leans on his training in transitional ministry, organizational systems theory, and community organizing. An ordained Evangelical Lutheran Church in America pastor, Paul has served churches in transition as well as long-term pastorates. Paul is skilled in leading when clear, goal-oriented, strategic follow-through is vital. Paul allies with you in a process that inspires you to honor your work. He holds a BA from St. Olaf College, Northfield, MN, and an MDiv from Luther Seminary, St. Paul, MN. Paul adheres to the ICF Code of Ethics.
Don't forget to subscribe for more monthly interviews! If you are a member of ICF-MN and wish to be featured in an upcoming newsletter and on YouTube, please reach out to Jenn Espinosa-Goswami at Communications@ICFMinnesota.org. | | ICF MN Members!
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| | | ICF MN has engaging opportunities for special project work within the following areas:
Membership
Professional Development
Diversity & Inclusion
Outreach
If you are interested please contact Amy Davis at: admin@icfminnesota.org | | Join us on October 20, 2023 at the Metropolitan Ballroom at 7:45 AM for the Fall Good Leadership Breakfast.
The Good Leadership Breakfast is the dynamic force of good leaders who are improving the way organizations operate because they know goodness pays. You will listen in on a candid conversation between Mai-Anh Tran, Associate Vice President of Philanthropic Services Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation, and Paul Batz as they discuss aligning teams to thrive and win together, enjoy excellent live music by The Benny Weinbeck Trio and breakfast from D’Amico catering, and experience the opportunity to contribute to non-profits through The Bucket of Goodwill.
Buy your ticket for $50 (includes breakfast). |  | | Learning Journeys
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