Blink Consulting Testimonials

“Alison is genuinely committed to equity and justice work. I have had the pleasure of both attending her workshops and consulting with her on specific projects. She has a deep understanding of the subject based on extensive research and vast experiential knowledge. Alison has an uncanny ability to meet people where they are, create a safe space for sometimes difficult conversations, and leave people wanting to become better human beings - while inspiring others to do the same. Simply outstanding.” - Anthony Witte, Middle School Mandarin Teacher, Head Royce School “I have had the privilege of learning from and working with Alison Park for several years. By participating in numerous Blink workshops, I have grown personally and professionally; have connected with thought leaders in the Bay Area and beyond; have met colleagues, mentors, and friends who share my commitment to diversity and inclusion along with my true appreciation for Alison's gift as a facilitator and so much more.” - Betsy Brody, Director of High School Admission and Inclusion, International High School “Alison Park of Blink Consulting is the most dynamic and thoughtfully engaged diversity consultant that I have worked with during my 15 years in education. Alison has led my team through a seven-year process of evaluating our practices around issues of equity, justice and multicultural education, and she has helped us develop policies, practices and tools that are consistent with our educational philosophy and our school's mission. In addition to excellent long-term program evaluation and development, she has worked with me to develop a dynamic team that analyzes and reflects on our work with the explicit goal of being a more just and caring administration. She has helped us think through important educational issues, balancing the needs of a diverse student population with the demands of a highly effective faculty and staff. Finally, Alison has helped us transform our thinking around professional development. We have slowly migrated from depending solely on external experts to tapping our internal expertise and developing professional learning communities. She has been a truly inspirational colleague and an essential participant in the transformation of our school's culture.” - James Everitt, Principal, Sacred Heart Schools “Alison's professionalism, passion and ability to facilitate dialogues among educators in areas of institutional and instructional change are impressive. She has the ability to succinctly, coherently and quickly express a wide range of people's thoughts, ideas, questions and comments in order to improve understanding and clarification for all involved or present. In short, she rocks!” - Jesús Ramos, Middle School Dean of Studies, Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton “Just want to thank you for the powerful, respectful, present, and mindful facilitation you provided to us today at RDS. I learn as much from HOW you present what you say, as the content. You have taken this community places it could not have gone in the past. More to do, I know....” - Jodi Freedman, Middle School Humanities Teacher, Redwood Day School “Alison expertly facilitated our Equity, Justice and Multicultural Education Visionary team. Her keen insight and clear communication style provided the impetus and guidance required to positively transform our school environment.” - Karen Bailey, Primary and Middle School Teacher “Alison is an extraordinary, dynamic, and inspiring diversity educator. She has a remarkable way of making issues many find complex and intimidating accessible to everyone in her audience. She puts people at ease while also encouraging them to examine how they address issues of difference in their schools and in their lives. My staff and I were so impressed by Alison that we invited her to join The Mosaic Project's Advisory Board. The wisdom she shares with us is invaluable.” - Lara Mendel, Executive Director, The Mosaic Project “Alison is a smart, insightful and compassionate educator, facilitator, and consultant. Alison anchors her work in her clients' missions. She knows that there are many initiatives that are 'good' for kids, but that the only way to create/innovate meaningful programs and policies is to ensure that they are firmly rooted in the school's mission. In this way, she works toward her own mission of helping schools and students understand and implement that which enables every student to thrive. Alison has the rare and invaluable combination of both intellectual and emotional brilliance. I have worked with Alison on multiple projects as well as been a participant in her workshops. I would jump at the opportunity to work with her again.” - Sara Schonwald, Founder and Principal, Listen to Lead “Alison is an extraordinary educator and school consultant. She has a broad understanding of the complex nature of school cultures and engages with students, faculty, administrators, and parents with grace, intellect, warmth, and a style that inspires both reflection and transformation. I have worked with Alison in the classroom with students, as a participant in her Blink workshops, and as a client planning a full in-service for an entire school community. In each instance her probing questions, plethora of resources (annotated, etc.), structured-yet flexible-framework, and outstanding facilitation skills allowed everyone to walk away with a new lens on an old issue and a set of ideas as to how to implement personal and group goals. Alison has changed the way I think, and she is often requested as a resource by faculty. She has become an invaluable member of both communities where I have taught and worked with her.” - Stacey Kertsman, Director of the Center for Awareness, Compassion, and Engagement at Castilleja School

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