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Breakdowns and Breakthroughs

When a communication breakdown occurs, YES Institute sees that as an opportunity to transform misunderstandings and deepen connection in any relationship. This is course is being delivered in person in January, 2024. There is no better time to sharpen your communication skills!

Belonging at Work

How does a workplace create a welcoming culture that inspires and increases the bottom line? 

From global business conference workshops to hospitality trainings, our team is digging deep into diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace.

Impact of our Work

The Miami Foundation’s Early Giving Week is NOW! Today and tomorrow – you can contribute to the live-saving work of YES Institute. The Miami Foundation will add a “% Match” to your donation. Our goal is to raise $27,000! We are almost 50% of the way to reaching our goal! Please contribute to our Give Miami Day Campaign today!READ MORE

Our work makes a difference, everywhere

Trevor Day School, in Manhattan, New York specifically sought out YES Institute’s model of communication and education on gender to engage their entire school community including parents, faculty, alumni, board of trustees and students from kindergarten thru 12th grade.

We’re Here: Providing Familial Resources  

Our team offers referrals to trusted medical and mental health providers, connects parents to one another, facilitates a Youth Advisory Leadership Council, and oftentimes we are a community space for families to know they are not alone. To learn more about our courses and resources please email us at [email protected]

Connecting Families Creates Community

YES Institute’s fourth Annual Bowling with a Purpose Tournament and Fundraiser was a success!  

Community partners, longtime donors, board members, and new supporters shared their joy in being able to connect with one another.

Jonathan D. Lewis

November 1, 1958 – July 5, 2023

We mourn the loss and celebrate the incredible legacy of Jonathan D. Lewis, visionary entrepreneur, social equity leader, and philanthropist, who passed away on July 5th.

Dr. Carolyn Garwood – 7/25/1927- 7/1/2023

From supporting the YES staff and supporters to having difficult conversations with troubled youth, Carolyn’s commitment to making a difference and celebrating life is a gift she gave to every corner of the world she entered. We were lucky to know her, we all fell in love with her, and we will never forget her.

Claire Tolman, MS Ed.

Claire is a passionate gender and orientation facilitator with a background in sexual health education. Prior to joining the team at YES Institute, Claire worked as a Community Educator at Response for Teens in Chicago, Illinois, where she created and taught… Learn More