Over the past several years, BFG staff and board have participated in a variety of DEI conversations and training opportunities, either through BFG or other institutions. To build on those experiences, BFG seeks a
skilled and experienced DEI consultant to design and facilitate a series of learning and dialogue opportunities for BFG staff and board aimed at enhancing the understanding and practice of diversity, equity, and inclusion within our organization and its stakeholders. The selected consultant will deliver workshops focused on the following topics:

Advancing Cross-Cultural Communication and ConflictResolution
Unpacking Power Dynamics
Addressing Implicit Bias through Changing Actions
These topics were identified based on recent discussions and feedback from BFG’s board and staff. There is a strong interest in sessions orienting towards practical and actionable discussions and approaches, though grounding in theoretical frameworks and shared definitions is welcome and appropriate.

Scope of Work
The selected DEI consultant will be responsible for:
Workshop Development and Facilitation

Designing three to five interactive and engaging workshops tailored to the needs of BFG. These will primarily be virtual, with the preference for an in-person/hybrid session during the BFG board and staff retreat.
Facilitating workshops for BFG staff and/or board, totaling approximately 22 people.
Providing relevant materials and resources to participants.
Timeframe for workshops:

Virtual: beginning Q3 2024 through Q1/Q2 2025
In-person with virtual participants: ideally two- four hours on Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Workshop Topics
1. Advancing Cross-Cultural Communication and Conflict Resolution

Exploring the impact of cultural differences on communication styles.
Developing skills for effective cross-cultural communication.
Strategies for resolving conflicts arising from cultural misunderstandings.
2. Unpacking Power Dynamics

Identifying and understanding different types of power dynamics within the organization.
Examining how power dynamics influence interactions and decision-making processes.
Strategies for addressing and navigating power dynamics.
3. Addressing Implicit Bias through Changing Actions

Understanding the concept of implicit bias and its impact on behavior and decision-making.
Identifying personal and organizational biases.
Developing actionable strategies to mitigate implicit bias in daily operations.
Proposal Submission Requirements
Interested consultants should submit a proposal that includes the following:
Introduction

Brief overview of the consulting firm or individual.
Relevant experience and qualifications in DEI facilitation, including experience working with national organizations, environmental groups, membership groups and/or foundations. Please include experience leading hybrid sessions.
Approach and Methodology

Very high-level plan for developing and facilitating the workshops.
Description of types of methods and tools that may be used.
Work Plan and Timeline

Proposed schedule for workshop development and delivery.
Timeline for each workshop and follow-up sessions.
Budget

Detailed budget outlining the cost of services, including preparation, facilitation, and follow-up.
References

Contact information for two references from similar projects.

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