Testimonies

Darnell creates an environment where everyone feels safe to grow. His professional development is inspiring, transformative, and deeply focused on social justice, equity, and inclusion. His expertise prepares educators to make a meaningful difference in the lives of their students.

Deborah DelDotto, M.A.T., M.B.A., M.Ed. Adjunct Professor, BayPath University

Darnell is a deeply valued colleague, friend, and thought-partner. His passion for anti-racist education, social justice, and racial equity is unwavering. He is an educator whose mission is to make schools places that inspire every student to strive for excellence.

Ann S. Stern, Ph.D. Education Consultant, Retired — Research for Better Teaching

Darnell is a highly skilled consultant and trainer who creates meaningful professional learning experiences. His deep expertise and ability to build trusting environments help people engage in challenging conversations about social justice, equity, and inclusion.

Janet Daisley Senior Vice President, Special Projects — Conservation Law Foundation

Darnell is an outstanding and transformational professional development leader. His knowledge, compassion, communication skills, and commitment to social justice and equity make him one of the most effective educators and leaders I have had the opportunity to work with.

William Diehl, Ed.D. Former Executive Director — Collaborative for Educational Services

Darnell is professional, knowledgeable, personable, and deeply committed to transformational professional development. His training is informative, interactive, and collaborative while providing educators with practical strategies that create lasting impact.

Debbie Rivera, M.Ed. Associate Director of Education and Transition Services — Collaborative for Educational Services

Darnell is a premier educator, mentor, researcher, and social justice advocate. His presentations are clear, captivating, inclusive, and grounded in research. He has a unique ability to provide transformational professional development that truly makes a difference.

Sandra Copman, Ed.D. Senior Instructor, Cambridge College / Associate Professor, UMass Boston

Darnell is an exceptional trainer, leader, and relationship-builder. His ability to listen, ask the right questions, and develop thoughtful solutions is remarkable. His commitment to social justice and equity has remained steadfast throughout his career.

Kelly Ramirez Founder and Principal — Press Play Communications

Darnell provides deeply transformational professional development. His knowledge of culturally responsive and sustaining pedagogy helps educators thoughtfully address equity issues and create meaningful change. He is a kind, dependable, knowledgeable, and skilled leader.

Keri “Safire” DeJong, Ed.D. Social Justice & Equity Specialist — Collaborative for Educational Services

Darnell’s commitment to the betterment of Black and brown youth is demonstrated through more than 20 years of experience in urban education. His professional development sessions are interactive and engaging, and his passion is truly contagious.

Dr. Sonia Fields Collaborative for Educational Services

This training was the most inspirational of all my recent training. I feel inspired to continue my journey toward healing and creating a path toward oneness and love. Each step matters, and today was a giant leap!

Workshop Participant Perkins and RFK Staff — 2021

Darnell did a phenomenal job in his presentation and created an environment where participants felt invited to be vulnerable and brave in our discussions about race and racism.

Workshop Participant Perkins and RFK Staff — 2021

The balance between content and small group discussion, the organization, and the materials and videos shared all contributed to a valuable learning experience.

Workshop Participant Perkins and RFK Staff — 2021

The content was amazing and gave me a new perspective on the issues we face regarding racism. The concepts were explained clearly, and I honestly wasn't expecting to take away as much as I did from this training.

Workshop Participant Perkins and RFK Staff — 2021

I enjoyed how knowledgeable, organized, and passionate Darnell was. He remained calm and focused during challenging moments and created a meaningful learning experience.

Workshop Participant Perkins and RFK Staff — 2021

Effective teaching, meaningful discussion, an informed speaker, and relevant learning materials all contributed to an excellent training experience.

Workshop Participant Perkins and RFK Staff — 2021

This was a very timely and important training. I had been looking forward to it all month and was really glad I was able to attend. Thank you for the hard work and preparation.

Workshop Participant Perkins and RFK Staff — 2021

This was a well-put-together presentation. The speaker was very knowledgeable, engaging, and effective in presenting the material.

Workshop Participant Perkins and RFK Staff — 2021

I would like to learn so much more about racism on different levels. I could listen to these presentations all day. I was glad that reading materials and additional resources were provided.

Workshop Participant Perkins and RFK Staff — 2021

I appreciated the variety of methods used to explain racism in a simpler format. The presenter stayed focused, encouraged productive dialogue, and made the workshop accessible and meaningful.

Workshop Participant Perkins and RFK Staff — 2021

The information was presented in interesting ways through lectures, videos, and breakout rooms. The variety made the workshop engaging and helped make the content easier to understand.

Workshop Participant Perkins and RFK Staff — 2021

The workshop was interactive, brilliant, and opened my mind to more than other racism workshops have in the past.

Workshop Participant Perkins and RFK Staff — 2021

This is by far the best course I have taken at Urban College. Professor Williams challenged my thinking every day. He is smart, passionate, and genuinely cares about each and every one of his students.

Urban College Student Race, Class, and Gender — 2017

I was amazed by the professionalism and organization demonstrated by Professor Williams. I was impressed with the course materials and would love to take more courses with him because he’s the best.

Urban College Student Race, Class, and Gender — 2017

Professor Williams is excellent! He knows his subject well and engages students, even those who are challenging at first. By the end of the semester, he successfully inspires them to become antiracists.

Urban College Student Race, Class, and Gender — 2017

I really enjoyed the content of this class and how Darnell brought us out of our element. I would love to take another course with him.

Urban College Student Race, Class, and Gender — 2017

Darnell is excellent at conveying complex information in a compelling and compassionate manner. His unique teaching style, humor, and passion made the class fun, engaging, and meaningful.

Urban College Student Race, Class, and Gender — 2017

Professor Williams is patient, professional, and caring. Even when we asked many questions, he took the time to explain things again without making us feel judged. He is an extraordinary teacher and human being.

Urban College Student Race, Class, and Gender — 2017

Darnell was consistent and responsive to all of his students. He inspired me every day and supported me when I needed it most. He was so much more than a teacher.

Urban College Student Race, Class, and Gender — 2017

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