About Us
Meet The Neighborhood Linguist!
Hi Community! This is Essence Spencer, Principal Consultant of The Neighborhood Linguist.
Essence is a dedicated professional with over 7 years of experience in the education sector. With a background centered in equity in education, program management, and community building, Essence has honed her expertise in DEIB facilitation, recruitment, hiring, and partnership development. She is a passionate advocate for the power of language, believes in the beauty of authentic expression and ensuring all voices are recognized. Passionate about supporting historically underserved communities, she is committed to fostering transparency and inclusivity in all initiatives.
Essence holds a degree in Critical Race and Ethnic Studies with a focus in Linguistics from The University of California, Santa Cruz, and continues her advocacy work through strategic communication initiatives and inclusivity measures in her current roles.
No More Code Switching!
Creating Safe & Brave Spaces for Authentic Conversations
We are committed to leveraging the power of communication to promote inclusivity and diversity. By implementing this strategic communication plan, we aim to foster dialogue, challenge stereotypes, and create a more equitable and inclusive society where every voice is acknowledged and valued. Together, we can build a stronger and more connected community for all.
Our Core Values
Authenticity: communicating with honesty, transparency, and empathy to reflect diverse experiences and perspectives
Accessibility: making our communication channels accessible to all individuals, especially those with disabilities or language barriers.
Community: prioritizing unity through collaborative efforts and diversity
Equity: recognizing and addressing differences to ensure effective communication
Our Services
Below includes a list of our services that we provide to both individuals and organizations. We constantly update this page, but if you still can’t find what you’re looking for, please feel free to get in touch with us – we will be more than happy to help.
Organizational Assessment
Assess organizational structure, processes, culture, and capabilities to identify successes, observations, and challenge areas
Cultural Competence Building
Facilitate workshops and discussions to help employees develop cultural competence and awareness of diverse perspectives to better support the organization as a whole
Training & Education
Offer training programs and workshops on topics related to DEIB, such as unconscious bias awareness, anti-blackness awareness, cultural competence, and inclusive leadership
Strategic Communication & Planning
Assist organizations in developing or refining their strategic vision, mission, and goals. Support organizations in developing and executing communication strategies to engage stakeholders, build brand awareness, and manage reputation.
Conflict Resolution & Mediation
Provide support in resolving conflicts related to DEIB issues within the workplace, which includes facilitating difficult conversations and mediating disputes
Recruitment & Hiring Support
Provide guidance and support to organizations in developing inclusive recruitment and hiring practices to implement bias - free selection processes and ensure diversity in the candidate pool
Connect with us!
Let's work together to create spaces where diversity thrives and communication is organic.
Ready to transform your organization's communication practices? Take the first step towards building a more connected and inclusive workplace today.
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