"This was the most profound course of instruction I have ever had in 29 years of law enforcement - one which will always be with me personally, professionally, and spiritually - Thank you!  Thank you!" (Antioch PD)

"This is the best training course I have received by far.  It not only trains us in our profession, but more importantly, teaches me how to be a better person."  (LAPD)
 
 "I was surprised.  I expected to leave feeling very sad and depressed yet I feel inspired.  I feel honored, powerful and accountable as a police officer again…I can't thank you enough."  (LAPD)

Tools for Tolerance® for Command Staff

"All of these concept are what command staff - leaders should be considering."
Gary Wiley, Redondo PD

"Really made us think and work at thinking.  Quality of the instructors -  They were extraordinary. "
Ron Dye, Riverside SD

"I've done a lot of group activities that were a waste of time.  These were
very useful, informative, and enjoyable.  The staff handled these highly
emotional subjects with great clarity and purpose. "
Jay Leflore, Orange Co. SD

" [This new thinking] brought me out of the "doldrums". "
Bob Shoenhoff, Tustin PD

"Words can not fully describe the experience.  The course helped me to be more of a visionary leader and change agent."

"Extremely thought-provoking and visceral.  Forced me to abandon some of my previous preconceptions.  [One of the highlights of the training was] the fact that real learning took place for me. "
(Captain LAPD)

"A+", Chief Jim Taylor, Kingsburg PD

Tools for Tolerance for Criminal Justice Professionals

National Institutes Against Hate Crimes and Terrorism

"Thank you for renewing my belief that my actions make a difference.  One's voice and choices can create enough of a ripple in an ocean to build waves of change.

"It renewed my hope - that the collective knowledge of a group can solve any problem - you gave us the environment for that to happen." 

Rate the following statement: "I completed the goals of the Institute to my level of satisfaction."  Comment:  "I started with no goals - now I'm re-thinking my career."

"This really took many of us outside our comfort zones."

"I haven't been made to evaluate my ideas and ideals so much since I was in college.  You were able to lead all of us to be able to think "outside the box."

Tools for Tolerance for Education Professionals

"Reinforcement of how we need to become conscious of the intent of our actions, and use this information to help us lead healthy lives for ourselves and those for whom we interact." (Principal, Association of California School Administrators)

"This workshop reminded me that I need to be more aware of the things I say and do in the classroom and my everyday life." (Teacher, Susan B. Anthony School)

"Excellent opportunity to share experiences, reactions and to learn more about colleagues." (Administrator, Antioch USD)

"The most important part is that it reinforces the notion that as individuals we have the power to make a difference." (Masters in Education Candidate, Cal State Los Angeles)

"This was a doorway that opened so many new thoughts.  It was a painful but an incredible experience. I know myself better.  It made me look more deeply into why so many things happen rather than just judging.  Reasons are far more complex than I understood before, I need to learn more and continue to learn."
(Teacher, San Juan Teacher's Association)