Cultivating Courage: Innovative Strategies for Developing a Critical Equity Leadership Identity Workbook is a comprehensive framework designed to guide leaders through a transformative journey of developing deep equity consciousness and embedding it into their leadership identity. This innovative workbook moves beyond traditional diversity training by offering a structured, three-phase approach that bridges theory to practice through actionable innovation strategies.

The framework centers on three interconnected components: 5 Critical Equity Leadership Pillars, 5 Stages of Development Continuum, and 5 Equity Identity Dispositions. What sets this workbook apart is its emphasis on social and inclusive innovation as a method for creating systemic change, encouraging leaders to prototype, test, and iterate equity solutions rather than remaining stuck in analysis paralysis.

The authors, Dr. Lanise S. Block and Dr. Naomi R. Taylor, recognized educators and racial equity leaders in the Twin Cities, provide practical innovation tools including micro projects, design thinking processes, cultural immersion experiences, equity audits, and identity checkpoints for continuous growth. The workbook is enhanced by a companion website featuring digital tools, curated resources, discussion boards, and additional materials to support the equity leadership development journey.