Frequency Asked Questions
How much does it cost to join the cohort?
Once accepted, tuition costs $200, which covers the cost of the venue, printed materials, and hospitality expenses for all 4 sessions. Scholarships may be available upon request.
Do I need to attend all 4 sessions?
Yes, accepted cohort members should attend all 4 sessions in full. If you have a concern about this or a special circumstance, please reach out.
Is there extensive homework in between sessions?
No. You will be provided with reflective questions in between sessions but there is no extensive reading or projects. You’ll also be paired with a cohort member after each session and encouraged to connect over coffee or a call to discuss the material.
I’m not sure if this cohort is for me. Can you share some examples of the kinds of leaders who have completed the course?
People who strongly believe in the power of freely given relationships across barriers and who want to lead social change with moral clarity, integrity, and coherence.
Parents wanting to build freely given relationships for their child
Faith leaders aiming to better include marginalized members
Do For One Advocates seeking to build community around their Partner
Direct support workers focused on relationship building
Ministry leaders who engage regularly with people on the margins but are struggling to release the role of care to other
Can you share some examples of course outcomes?
One person who leads a ministry in a nursing home has begun inviting volunteers into freely given relationships with nursing home residents
New relationship building programs for people with disabilities have taken off in others states, as well as within NYC-based churches and non-profits
One person who volunteers among people who are unhoused is exploring ways to connect people into freely given relationships