Workshops

A.T.R. Community Transformation Workshop Series

Education. Accountability. Transformation.

The Difference Makers Network offers a series of evidence-informed workshops designed to strengthen individuals, families, and communities through practical education, leadership development, and recovery support.

Six-month series

Six-month series details.

  • Minimum of one workshop each month
  • Stand-alone sessions that participants can join at any time
  • In-person and some virtual options available
  • Certificates of completion available

Workshop topics

Twelve workshop categories.

01

Health & Wellness

  • Indoor air quality
  • Healthy water consumption
  • Nutrition and natural supplementation
  • Preventative wellness
02

Trauma-Informed Recovery

  • Trauma education
  • Emotional regulation
  • Cognitive behavioral tools
  • Healing and self-awareness
  • Personal accountability
03

Police Interaction & Conflict Resolution

  • Your legal rights
  • Effective police interaction
  • De-escalation strategies
  • Conflict resolution skills
  • Community safety
04

A.T.R. Leadership & Restorative Justice

  • Accountability
  • Identity development
  • Restorative justice
  • Community leadership
  • Purpose-driven decision making
05

Financial Literacy

  • Banking basics
  • Budgeting
  • Credit building
  • Credit repair
  • Financial planning
  • Long-term financial stability
06

Civic Engagement & Legislative Education

  • How laws are created
  • Public policy
  • Voting rights
  • Expungement and record sealing
  • Community advocacy
07

Entrepreneurship & Small Business Development

  • Business planning
  • Funding readiness
  • Government contracting
  • Business coaching
  • Entrepreneurial mentorship
08

Substance Use Recovery

  • Relapse prevention
  • Recovery planning
  • Peer recovery support
  • Wellness
  • Accountability
09

Job Readiness & Workforce Development

  • Resume development
  • Interview preparation
  • Workplace professionalism
  • Career planning
  • Employment connections
10

Peer Mentoring

  • Accountability
  • Encouragement
  • Goal setting
  • Community support
  • Successful reintegration
11

Life Skills Development

  • Communication
  • Time management
  • Healthy relationships
  • Problem solving
  • Daily living skills
  • Personal responsibility
12

And More

  • Additional workshops offered based on community needs and partnerships
  • Specialty sessions, including culinary arts and spiritual development

Participation

Who Can Participate?

  • Returning Citizens
  • Justice-Impacted Individuals
  • Individuals in Recovery
  • Youth & Young Adults
  • Families
  • Community Organizations
  • Faith-Based Organizations
  • Workforce Development Programs

A.T.R. - Accountable Transcendence Reentry

The A.T.R. Difference.

Accountability

Taking ownership of your choices and future.

Transcendence

Growing beyond limitations through purpose and personal development.

Reentry

Building the skills, support, and opportunities needed for lasting success.

Workshop contact

Workshop contact information.

Workshop partners

Delivered with community partners.

Turnaround TuesdayR.I.D.E. — Returning Individuals Developing EnterprisesTruistRiseUpUpSkill Etc., LLCThe Food ProjectKeys Empowers LLCTransformative Leadership Consultation Services, LLCCorrectional Annapolis Police Department Positive Impact Reentry ProgramTurnaround TuesdayR.I.D.E. — Returning Individuals Developing EnterprisesTruistRiseUpUpSkill Etc., LLCThe Food ProjectKeys Empowers LLCTransformative Leadership Consultation Services, LLCCorrectional Annapolis Police Department Positive Impact Reentry Program

Bring workshops to the network

Have a workshop topic, venue, or partner opportunity?

Use the workshop inquiry option on the contact form to begin a conversation.