Learning that inspires change

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Learning that inspires change. Read the Full Story
  Before anything else, preparation is the key to success.   Read the Full Story
"Good parents give their children roots and wings - roots to know where home is and wings to fly off and practice what has been taught them." ~ Jonas Salk Read the Full Story
"Personal change is a reflection of our inner growth and empowerment." — Robert E. Quinn   Read the Full Story
Education consists mainly of what we have unlearned.   - Mark Twain Read the Full Story
Executive Director and founder, Susan Crawford, MSW, RSW, has specialized in the areas of anti-discrimination, mixed-race identity development and transracial adoption for over 7 years utilizing her personal, academic and professional expertise.  Read the Full Story
Experience the first program of its kind in Ontario. The Transracial Parenting Initiative was designed specifically for multiracial families created through foster care and adoption. Read the Full Story
“Transracial Adoption is an issue, not a problem. A problem may be unsolvable – at the least, perplexing and difficult.  An issue, on the other hand, is a starting point: a matter that results from a cause, can be anticipated, has no blame attached and can provoke growth and expansion to new consciousness.” Read the Full Story

Blend Education & Training Inc.

A Message from Executive Director and founder, Susan Crawford, MSW, RSW

Susan_CrawfordWelcome to Blend Education & Training Inc. where I have the privilege of sharing with you my passion for inspiring change. I strive to raise awareness by having open, honest conversations about sometimes difficult issues that are sensitive, but necessary to have. Over the past 7 years I have drawn on my personal, academic and professional expertise in the areas of diversity, inclusion, and parenting to support children, families and service providers.

I am frequently asked how and why I started this work, and the answer is simple. Growing up in a multiracial, multicultural family, the fabric of my identity was interwoven with Black American, Choctaw Indian, Eastern European and German influences. This not only gave me a firsthand glimpse of the rich experiences diverse families provide, but more so, a foundation on which to create my own unique identity. My journey of self discovery coupled with an interest in the dynamics of multiracial families created biologically and through transracial adoption has led me on a path that has enabled me to advocate, raise awareness and support issues I believe in.

I encourage you to explore the site and become familiar with the programs, workshops and services we provide. 

Thank you for taking the time to visit the site. If you have any questions or would like more information about programs or services, please don't hesitate to contact me directly.  I look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely,

Susan Crawford, MSW, RSW
North American Council on Adoptable Children’s (NACAC) Adoption Activist award recipient (2009).
 

Our Mission

To provide programs and services to support multiracial children and families and the professionals who serve them.

Company Profile

Blend Education & Training Inc. provides training, consultation, and resources in the areas of transracial adoption, multicultural family programming, professional development, and education. 

 

Learning that inspires change.

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To request more information about upcoming training dates, registration and pricing please contact:

3310 South Service Rd, Suite 300
Burlington, ON
L7N 3M6
(905) 220-3920
mixitup@blend-et.com
www.blend-et.com