In an era of rising authoritarianism, staying grounded, informed, and resilient is not just necessary—it is survival, and it is revolution.
How do we think clearly and act effectively if we are not in the business of radical self-care while navigating these unprecedented times of stress, uncertainty, and oppression? How do we organize and lead in a way in which we are calm, our communities are safe, and we can all remain powerful in these times? When a regime’s entire strategy is to overwhelm us, how do we see and work through the noise to keep democracy alive?
Guest presenter Noel Nix joined our Boards & Commissions Leadership Institute to share how we can take care of ourselves while continuing to fight to maintain our republic and the spirit of equality. Watch the recording below!
About Noel Nix
Originally from Michigan, Noel has spent most of his life in Minnesota, where he’s developed a deep appreciation for both the vibrancy and challenges in our community. After seeing and experiencing the struggles faced by those working in community over the course of his career with the City of Saint Paul and Ramsey County, Noel embarked on a new journey in mental health to extend compassionate care to individuals and couples seeking healing and growth.
Noel’s approach to counseling is rooted in person-centered, multicultural, feminist, and radical healing perspectives. As a Black, heterosexual, cisgender man, he is dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive space where clients can explore thoughts and emotions without judgment or bias. While Noel supports individuals of all professional backgrounds, he is particularly interested in supporting people working in government, education, first response, health care, community organizing, social work, and other community-based work.
He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business and a Master of Urban and Regional Planning from the University of Minnesota, and a Master of Counseling Psychology from the University of St. Thomas.