Incluxion Works and PowerPlay first collaborated in 2016 at a NSF-sponsored conference in Washington DC. It was the beginning of a beautiful partnership of research and theatre for the greater social good.
We work to practice inclusion, diversity, and equity throughout our programs, including in the representation of our talented improvisational actors.
We work to practice inclusion, diversity, and equity throughout our programs, including in the representation of our core team of talented improvisational actors.
Presenter, Co-Facilitator
A nationally recognized leader in STEM equity and inclusion, Dr. Goodwin has 25+ years of experience as a diversity and inclusion scholar, educator, and academic leader with expertise in faculty development and academic affairs.As a consultant and founder of Incluxion Works, Inc., Dr. Goodwin facilitates customized and highly interactive workshops on a range of leadership, faculty development and diversity issues, including: ethical and equitable evaluation, mitigating unintended bias, bystander intervention and bias, promoting inclusion at professional meetings, inclusive leadership and equitable & inclusive mentoring. Her workshops have supported positive dialogues for inclusion and faculty development at more than 20 colleges, universities & professional societies, including the National Academies of Science, Engineering & Mathematics, Association of Women In Science, and American Geophysical Union. In addition to workshops and webinars, she provides expert consultation to institutes of higher education and professional societies on implementing evidence-based practices to promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
Dr. Goodwin is a Fellow of the Society of Experimental Social Psychology, former program director for the LEADER Consortium’s multi-institutional NSF ADVANCE program, and consultant to NSF ADVANCE programs around the country. She is the Co-PI for the NSF-funded AGU LANDInG (Leadership Academy and Network for Diversity and Inclusion in the Geosciences) Project where she serves as curriculum lead for the DEI Leadership Academy, and DEI science lead for the project, including the implementation of resources for the LANDInG Community of Practice and Post Doctoral Research DEI Champions projects.
Artistic Director/Co-Facilitator
David has served on the faculty of the University of New Hampshire Department of Theatre and Dance since 1996, serving as chair for 6 years. He has published numerous book chapters and articles primarily focusing on theatre and social justice and applied theatre.David has presented at conferences spanning math, science, engineering, medicine, psychology, manufacturing, law enforcement and theatre. He is a Fulbright Scholar and has won several awards including the New England Theatre Conference Theatre Educator of the Year, University of New Hampshire Outstanding Associate Professor, and Teaching Excellence awards, the Lindberg Award for outstanding teaching and scholarship, the UNH Social Justice Award as well as regional media awards for best Director, best Actor and best new play. He has served in several leadership roles with the Association for Theatre in Higher Education and is a member of the American Association of University Professors and the Stage Directors and Choreographers Union.
Program Director, PowerPlay
After graduating from Fordham University at Lincoln Center with a BA in theater performance, Dan gained significant general management experience in performing arts, non-profit, hospitality, & event settings.After graduating from Fordham University at Lincoln Center with a BA in theater performance, Dan gained significant general management experience in performing arts, non-profit, hospitality, & event settings.
Incluxion Works offers expert and evidence-based consulting for organizational success in diversity, equity, and inclusion with a focus on leadership and organizational development.
PowerPlay Interactive Development is a professional, applied theater company and an entrepreneurial program of the University of New Hampshire.
…yesterday’s Heads and Chairs workshop on Speaking Up to Bias was an outstanding way to kick off the conference. After just one morning, I feel like I got my money’s worth!
National Research Lab
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