Education
and Training
Black Bodies Can't Do it Alone -
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Reconnecting with Truth, Stewardship, and Community Wealth Ascendtials' Education & Training programs are designed to restore the knowledge, skills, and ecological awareness our communities need to thrive. Through culturally grounded curriculum, hands-on learning, and community-centered training, we help participants reconnect with truth, reclaim ancestral wisdom, and step into their role as stewards of the land, water, and air. Our offerings support individuals, families, and emerging entrepreneurs in building both ecological literacy and economic mobility, creating a holistic pathway toward healing the planet and strengthening community wealth.
ASCENDTIALS LITERACY WORKSHOPS
Purpose
These workshops offer a safe space for the BIPOC community to share experiences, heal, and work toward systemic change.
Explore Literacy WorkshopsTopics
We offer workshops on the following topics:
Civic Literacy
Cosmic Literacy
Environmental Literacy
Spiritual Literacy
Financial Literacy
Workforce Development Programs
Internship and Fellowship Programs
Our Internship program welcomes students from all majors who want to expand their knowledge and gain meaningful, hands-on experience. Our work reconnects students with the natural world, encouraging self-awareness and a deeper understanding of our relationship with the environment.
Our Fellowship program annually selects up to 12 fellows from U.S. and international institutions to explore ancient Kemet’s decolonization through art. Participants engage in healing sessions, Kemetic Yoga, and climate-centered activities, focusing on environmental and human preservation. The program culminates in an exhibition where fellows share their experiences and the impact of their work.
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Our Experiential and Service Learning Program invites undergraduate and graduate college students to join our efforts in community engagement, social advocacy, and environmental justice as an intern or volunteer. Move beyond the classroom and develop civic knowledge and practical skills while working for our nonprofit.
ASCENDtials' unique Service Learning Program offers real-time Volunteer and Internship roles, providing students with opportunities for the practical application of knowledge that heals, crafting entrepreneurial and business acumen ready futures.
Learn MoreCourses
Vendor Instructional Course
The Vendor Instructional Course is a required 4-module training designed to prepare vendors for successful participation within ASCENDtials programming. This course outlines expectations, values, operational standards, and partnership guidelines.
Benefits of the course:
Designing From Whiteness to Oneness™
Designing From Whiteness to Oneness™ is the core of our curriculum. It is an exploration, understanding, and analysis of oppressive structures, while simultaneously developing new ways of thinking that challenge them. We want learners to critically, cosmically, and consciously engage in dialogue centered around Blackness.
These modules will be offered as an online, self-study option. There will be four 20-minute modules. If you'd like to learn more, or would like to be contacted when these modules are available, let us know here. This course will be available in April!
Read more21 Day Course
Join our monthly 21 day course, held every second Saturday from 5–9 PM. Youth and families explore the night sky through guided telescope viewing, cultural storytelling, and hands-on learning experiences. Participants learn to identify stars, understand seasonal sky patterns, and connect ancient knowledge with modern astronomy.
These sessions create a welcoming space for curiosity, community, and connection with nature. Rooted in cultural knowledge and environmental awareness, the program inspires youth to see themselves as part of the cosmos while building confidence, observation skills, and a deeper appreciation for the natural world.
Learn moreInternal Courses
These internal training courses prepares Ascendtials teammates to manage the full grant lifecycle using Salesforce NPSP. It covers opportunity tracking, reporting workflows, cross-team collaboration, compliance requirements, and dashboard usage.
Designed for grant managers and supporting teams, this course ensures consistent processes, accurate data tracking, and effective decision-making across all grant activities.
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