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Human-Centered Transitions: Rethinking Layoffs, Firings, and Organizational Change
Tuesday October 27, 2026 10:30am - 12:00pm PDT
Room 318, Greater Tacoma Convention Center
What actually happens inside an organization when someone is let go? And more importantly—what happens to the people who stay? In many workplaces, transitions such as layoffs or leadership exits are handled with a focus on risk, privacy, and the organization's protection. But in the process, what often gets missed are the real human questions staff are carrying: Was this fair? Could this happen to me? What does this mean for our future? Whether you are a senior leader, manager, or team member, this session offers space to reflect on your own experiences and share perspective.

Session Objectives
  • Unpack the hidden dynamics of organizational transitions. 
  • Explore how these moments are experienced differently by line staff, managers, and senior leaders—and why misalignment between those perspectives can erode trust, stability, and culture. 
  • Gain practical tools for navigating change with greater clarity, accountability, and care.

Speakers
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Sangita Kumar (she/her)

Founder and CEO, Be the Change Consulting
Sangita Kumar (she/her) is the founder and principal of Be the Change Consulting. Through Be the Change, Sangita has developed and published over 20 unique pieces of social-justice curriculum for youth and adult learners and is a podcast producer and writer. She is a proud first-generation... Read More →
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Be the Change Consulting

Director
Be The Change Consulting, LLC. (BTC) is a woman owned and people of color operated, capacity-building firm located in Oakland, California. Over the past 15 years, BTC has developed a highly interactive process for capacity building and technical assistance.  We pride ourselves in... Read More →
Tuesday October 27, 2026 10:30am - 12:00pm PDT
Room 318, Greater Tacoma Convention Center

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