Humanizing Education
& the World From the Inside Out
Stimulating hearts, minds, and spirits to humanize education and the world to achieve belonging and dignity for all
Why Choose Innervate2Educate®
Strength-Based Approach
Utilizes a humanizing, strength-based method to support DEI efforts and goals
Innovation Through Innervation
Encourages self-reflection to drive personal growth and systemic transformation
Focus on Mental Models
Highlights mental models as key drivers of change at individual, interpersonal, and institutional levels
Advancing DEI Goals
Leverages vulnerability, equity, and spirituality to promote meaningful progress in DEI initiatives
Relationships Within Systems
Prioritizes professional development that deepens understanding of personal and professional identities and their impact on relationships
Innervation - the Process and Outcome of Stimulating From Within to Transform Outward
At the heart of transformation lies the power to look within ourselves. True growth begins with self-reflection and understanding our situatedness in the world. This introspection enables us to develop more expansive mental models, allowing us to connect more deeply with diverse others. Through this process, we each can contribute to humanizing education, creating more meaningful, inclusive experiences within the classroom, beyond the classroom, and which resonate throughout society.
Education Begins Here
To create lasting change, we must learn to innervate as part of our collective journey toward educational and organizational equity. The consulting services, workshops, and presentations are designed to foster an environment where belonging and dignity thrive, no matter the background. Innervate2Educate® is committed to helping you build a foundation for equity, ensuring every adult and every student feels valued, supported, and empowered.
Testimonials
"Dr. Dong-Sheehan is an engaging, encouraging, inspiring trainer and presenter. As the former Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Hutto ISD, she made significant progress with district leadership, divisions, and campuses. Her outreach and impact will be felt for years to come. Placing people at ease, making people feel welcome and included, and most importantly, being heard are what set her apart from other leaders/trainers. People left her sessions with renewed energy, a sense of contribution and accomplishment, and a desire to return for more."
Celina Estrada Thomas, Ph.D.
TASA Executive Coach and Leadership Consultant
"I have had the honor and pleasure of having Dr. Thymai present to our state organization on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and I can attest to her exceptional presentation skills and professionalism. Dr. Thymai has a masterful way of conveying her message in a non-threatening and supportive manner. Her ability to engage the crowd and make the audience feel important truly sets her apart from other presenters. Not only does she make you feel comfortable, but she also makes you feel valued. Often times, presenters just share information; however, Dr. Thymai shares her story and narrative, which allows us to relate. One leaves her presentation wanting more. Dr. Thymai is truly AMAZING!"
Linh Nguyen
Educator/President - Texas Art Education Association
"Thymai gave an amazing keynote presentation on diversity, equity, and inclusion related to fine arts education at our organization’s annual conference. Her presentation was extremely well-received. Thymai introduced each topic with professionalism and care. She allowed time for the participants to discuss and reflect on the concepts shared. I heartily recommend Thymai as an expert in the field, an engaging presenter, and a consummate professional."