We're pleased to offer three new half-day online trainings in 2026.

Impactful Conversations: Giving & Receiving Feedback

Online Training

Tuesday, January 27th, 2026

8:30 am - 12:30 pm

Join us for this interactive Online training where we'll dive into the art of providing and accepting feedback. You'll learn intentional communication practices that build trust, accountability, and clarity.

Participants will explore the barriers to effective feedback, how culture and identity shape feedback experiences, and practice delivering and receiving feedback in a way that promotes growth and mutual respect. This session focuses on shifting feedback from a dreaded obligation to a valued practice.

Cost: $75*

*Does not includes Washington State sales tax

Clash to Conversation: Finding Connection Beyond Conflict

Online Training

Thursday, February 5th, 2026

8:30 am - 12:30 pm

Disagreements are inevitable—but they don’t have to become battles. In this highly interactive Online workshop, you’ll learn practical strategies to transform conflict into meaningful dialogue.

Through real-life scenarios, role plays, and civil communication tools, you’ll practice staying calm under pressure, expressing yourself clearly, and listening with respect. Walk away with the confidence to turn clashes into conversations that build understanding, strengthen relationships, and move things forward.

Cost: $75*

*Does not includes Washington State sales tax

This training will next be offered on April 16th, May 21st, and October 27th.

Culture & Power: In Communication & Conflict

Online Training

February 10th, 2026

8:30 am - 12:30 pm

In this training, we go beyond surface-level communication to explore the deeper forces that shape how conflict unfolds: culture and power. Through interactive exercises and reflective dialogue, participants will examine how identity, positionality, and cultural context affect communication styles, conflict responses, and perceived credibility.

This online training is designed for anyone working within a diverse team or hierarchical power dynamic, as well as those serving a diverse population. We’ll offer tools for naming and navigating power dynamics—even when they’re invisible—and for fostering communication that honors difference while still getting the work done! 

Cost: $75*

*Does not includes Washington State sales tax

This training will next be offered on April 7th, June 16th, and October 20th. 

For more information, contact the Training Team at

TrainingTeam@mediatethurston.org or call (360)956-1155