[Cash-outreach-engagement-circle] EDI Facilitator

[Milka Fisiha]

Hi Herta,

Hope all is well.

Yes that works will schedule it in my calander now.

Have a good evening.

Best,
Milka

On y, 10 Oct 2023, 18:42 Herta Gatter, <herta.g at ldn.cash> wrote:

> Hi Milka,
>
> If that’s alright with you, we’d like to do the workshop on the 11th of
> November 12-2pm.
>
> Thank you!
>
>
> Herta Gatter
>
> Outreach and Engagement Circle
> *Community Assets for Society and Housing*
> ldn.cash
> @ldncash
>
>
>
>
> On 6 Oct 2023, at 17:48, Milka Fisiha <milka.fisiha at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> Hi Herta/Ezra,
>
> Thank you so much for the detail notes and documents. It was so lovely
> meeting you both and our values are aligned.
> I have just created a quick doc as well for structuring workshop too.
>
> Have a lovely weekend and looking forward to working with you both.
>
> Best,
> Milka
>
> On Fri, Oct 6, 2023 at 5:29 PM Herta Gatter <herta.g at ldn.cash> wrote:
>
>> Hi Milka,
>>
>> It was great to meet you earlier and excited to be working with you.
>> Thank you for all your thoughtful suggestions.
>>
>> I’ve made note of theworkshop structure we’ve agreed:
>>
>> 1. Introductions
>> 2. Connecting – what do people care about, previous experiences,
>> frustrations etc
>> 3. About CASH – history and values of CASH, problems/where idea came
>> from, EDI research goals, expectations/commitments (eg unpaid unless we get
>> funding)
>> 4. Solutions and re-imagining – high level info from action plan married
>> with people’s concerns they’ve expressed earlier in the workshop
>> 5. Next steps, how do stay in touch / share info
>>
>> The action plan and notes from the meeting today are available through
>> the link below in case useful. We’ll share the ‘About CASH’ info pack thing
>> when we’ve got it.
>>
>> [image: icon.png]
>>
>> 4.Kick off workshop <https://cloud.ldn.cash/s/fAQ7eS8NeZpTRTM>
>> cloud.ldn.cash <https://cloud.ldn.cash/s/fAQ7eS8NeZpTRTM>
>> <https://cloud.ldn.cash/s/fAQ7eS8NeZpTRTM>
>>
>> Thank you again and all the best,
>>
>> Herta Gatter
>>
>> Outreach and Engagement Circle
>> *Community Assets for Society and Housing*
>> ldn.cash
>> @ldncash
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> On 4 Oct 2023, at 11:14, Herta Gatter via Cash-outreach-engagement-circle
>> <cash-outreach-engagement-circle at email-lists.org> wrote:
>>
>> Hi Milka,
>>
>> Many thanks for your email. We are very impressed with your experience
>> and looking forwards to working with you.
>>
>> I was wondering if you were free for a quick 20 mins long video call on
>> Friday sometime 3-5pm to discuss the plan?
>>
>> Best wishes,
>>
>> Herta Gatter
>>
>> Outreach and Engagement Circle
>> *Community Assets for Society and Housing*
>> ldn.cash
>> @ldncash
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> On 2 Oct 2023, at 18:28, Milka Fisiha <milka.fisiha at gmail.com> wrote:
>>
>> Dear Hiring Manager,
>>
>> I hope you are well, thank you for reading this email.
>>
>> I am writing to express my keen interest in applying for the EDI
>> Facilitator position at CASH, a dynamic organisation dedicated to promoting
>> co-operative spaces in Southeast London. The values and objectives of CASH
>> strongly resonate with my professional background and personal commitment
>> to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI).
>>
>> Throughout my career as a Consultant over the past five years, I have had
>> the privilege of collaborating with senior managers, directors, and CEOs to
>> implement policies and practices that foster EDI within various settings.
>> My approach to this important work has consistently been rooted in
>> collaboration and solution-focused methodologies, aligning closely with the
>> ethos of CASH. I have successfully facilitated workshops in diverse
>> environments, including corporate spaces, schools, community well-being
>> initiatives, and even within prisons. These experiences have provided me
>> with an in-depth understanding of anti-oppressive practices,
>> intersectionality, and the nuances of EDI, which I am eager to bring to the
>> table in support of CASH's mission.
>>
>> My track record includes designing and delivering training programs that
>> are not only relevant and engaging but also highly effective. My
>> versatility allows me to tailor training programs to the unique needs of
>> each organisation, and my facilitation skills are honed to create
>> inclusive, psychologically safe, and respectful learning environments. I am
>> well-versed in creative facilitation techniques, consensus and group
>> facilitation methods, as well as solution-focused approaches. Additionally,
>> my background in project management and research equips me with the skills
>> necessary to support CASH in planning and executing this research project.
>>
>> Beyond my training and facilitation expertise, I possess strategic
>> thinking abilities and exceptional communication skills that enable me to
>> build meaningful relationships swiftly. I am adept at creating brave spaces
>> for challenging conversations, underpinned by compassion and empathy. My
>> keen observations of non-verbal cues and body language during sessions
>> enable me to respond effectively to participants' needs and ensure their
>> well-being. With over a decade of experience working with individuals who
>> have experienced trauma and violence, I have developed the capability to
>> establish psychological safety and provide therapeutic support in workshop
>> settings.
>>
>> My profound passion and experience  for EDI, coupled with my extensive
>> experience in facilitation and in-depth EDI knowledge, makes me a natural
>> fit for delivering the workshop envisioned by CASH. I am genuinely excited
>> about the opportunity to contribute to your organisation's mission of
>> creating co-operative and inclusive spaces.
>>
>> Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the
>> possibility of joining CASH and collaborating on this important
>> endeavour. Please do not hesitate to contact me to discuss my experience
>> further.
>>
>> Kind Regards,
>> Milka Fisiha
>>
>> <CASH - Cover Letter  (1).docx>
>>
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