My Story
For over 25 years I’ve been sculpting learning and collaboration environments for people of all ages. While I started as a teacher and school counselor, the impact that organizational, social, and institutional systems have on people has always been central and led to a career in facilitation and consulting. In order to move forward TOGETHER, in ways that might actually sustain over time, I’ve experienced the powerful influence of how we treat each other, the absence or presence of a willingness to learn together, and the courage necessary to face what-is, what-isn’t, and taking time to imagine what could be.
I’ve walked alongside students of all ages, leaders, educators, justice practitioners, and organizational and grassroots communities. My work lives at the intersections of collective care, embodied learning, collaborative action, and healing. I help create spaces where people feel a little more ease, a little more possibility, and enough dignity and creative spark to move forward together.
Ashley P. CooperI believe in the goodness of humans — in our abilities to collaboratively address the complex challenges we face and care for one another along the way. Warren Wilson has long held this invitation.
Education
- B.A. in Sociology, University of Georgia
- M.Ed. in School Counseling and Child-Centered Play Therapy, University of North Texas
Research Interests
- Facilitation
- Community-Guided Strategy and Evaluation
- Self and Collective Regulation
Courses Taught
- MCS 5010 Residency #1 Introduction to Applied Climate Studies (Facilitation)
- MCS 5610 Professional Skills Module
- MCS 5020 Residency #2 Advanced Practice and Inquiry in Applied Climate Studies (Advanced Facilitation)