Education and Training

Education
and Training

Learning Pathways Rooted in Culture, Ecology, and Community Wealth

Ascendtials offers a holistic ecosystem of learning experiences that reconnect participants with land, culture, and community while building practical skills for personal and professional growth. Our programs span ecological literacy, creative economy training, workforce development, and community-based service learning. Explore our four core education categories below.

1. Literacy Workshops

Ecological, Cultural & Spiritual Literacy for Planetary Healing

Our Literacy Workshops restore ancestral knowledge and deepen participants' understanding of land, water, air, and cultural truth. These workshops are experiential, youth-friendly, and rooted in environmental justice.

Participants explore:

Land stewardship & food systems
Water guardianship & healing
Air quality, climate, and breathwork
Cultural & ancestral knowledge
Environmental justice for BIPOC communities

Programs in this category:

ASCENDTIALS LITERACY WORKSHOPS

Purpose

These workshops offer a safe space for the BIPOC community to share experiences, heal, and work toward systemic change.

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Topics

We offer workshops on the following topics:

Civic Literacy

Cosmic Literacy

Environmental Literacy

Spiritual Literacy

Financial Literacy

2. Workforce Development

Internships, Fellowships & Apprenticeships for Career Pathways

Our Workforce Development programs prepare youth and adults for real-world roles in publishing, creative economy, environmental stewardship, and community enterprise. Participants gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and portfolio-building opportunities.

We offer:

Paid internships
Fellowships
Apprenticeships
Work-based learning placements
Creative economy training

Programs in this category:

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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3. Service Learning Program

Community Engagement, Environmental Action & Applied Learning

Our Service Learning Program connects students with meaningful community projects that integrate ecological stewardship, cultural education, and social responsibility. Participants complete hands-on activities that support Ascendtials' mission while developing leadership and teamwork skills.

Service learning includes:

Community cleanups
Market support roles
Curriculum development
Youth programming assistance
Environmental stewardship projects

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Service Learning Programs

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.

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4. Courses

Self-Paced & Instructor-Led Learning for Personal and Community Growth

Our courses blend cultural literacy, ecological knowledge, entrepreneurship, and practical skill-building. Each course includes its own landing page with modules, pricing, and enrollment options.

Courses in this category:

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:

Direct Sales & Higher Profits - Skip the middlemen and sell directly to customers who appreciate your hard work.

Community Connection - Build relationships with loyal customers who value fresh, local food.

Marketing Support - We'll promote your farm and products through social media, events, and outreach.

Flexible & Affordable - Low stall fees and a supportive network to help your business grow

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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!

21 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.

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Internal Courses

ASCENDtials’ courses offer transformative learning experiences that blend cultural awareness, ecological literacy, and practical skill‑building. Each course is designed to reconnect participants with land, sky, community, and self while providing clear, accessible pathways for personal growth and workforce development. Our curriculum is youth‑friendly, culturally rooted, and grounded in experiential learning — from celestial navigation and environmental stewardship to social healing, entrepreneurship, and grant readiness.

Every course includes its own landing page with modules, downloadable materials, and enrollment options, allowing learners to move through content at their own pace while staying connected to our broader community programs.

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