
Intercultural Competency,
Equity and Belonging

About us
We equip individuals and organizations with the knowledge, self-awareness, and cultural competence needed to engage in ethical, impactful, and socially responsible service. Through education, immersive experiences, and deep reflection, we challenge colonial mindsets, promote equity, and foster meaningful cross-cultural engagement.
Vision Statement:
A world where service and global engagement are rooted in humility, cultural understanding, and ethical responsibility, creating lasting positive impact without perpetuating harm.
Values Statement:
Cultural Humility – Recognizing that learning is ongoing and that true understanding comes from deep listening and engagement.
Equity & Justice – Challenging colonial legacies, white superiority, and classism in global and local service work.
Self-Awareness – Encouraging mindfulness, reflection, and an understanding of personal and historical biases.
Experiential Learning – Prioritizing immersive, real-world experiences that cultivate empathy and critical thinking.
Ethical Service – Promoting responsible mission and charitable work that respects and empowers communities.
Storytelling & Shared Narratives – Honoring diverse perspectives and lived experiences to foster true connection and understanding.
At Equity Insight Group we are committed to helping organizations learn to become more inter-culturally competent in order to address inequities so that everyone can thrive. We offer PELSB approved competency training which is aligned to Minnesota state statutes, and provides Minnesota educators the opportunity to engage in dialogue, reflective practices and activities to increase their cultural competency. We unique opportunities, customized workshops and trainings based on your school or organization’s needs. See a sample of our trainings.
• Implicit and Explicit Bias
• Stereotypes and Microaggressions
• Navigating Cultural Differences and Similarities
• Developing an Equity Lens
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Equity Insight Group is proud to be an approved provider of the required Cultural Competency Training needed for Minnesota tiered teacher license renewal. In accordance with Minnesota Statutes, section 120B.30, subdivision 1, paragraph (q), all teachers must receive cultural competency training in order to renew teaching licenses. The Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB) has approved organizations and consultants, including Equity Insight Group, to provide a day-long cultural competency training to satisfy the Minnesota Administrative Rule 8710.0310.
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Schools and districts can contract directly Equity Insight Group to provide this six to eight hour training for their teachers. For more information about Equity Insight Group Trainings, please email bridget@ equityinsightgroup.com or call 507-381-5123. For general information about the PELSB Cultural Competency trainings, click here.
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