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The Learning Covenant

Two professionals making a commitment — signing the learning agreement

Before we begin, let's establish the foundations of our journey together. This is a space of transformation—and transformation requires commitment.

What This System Is

This is not a tick-box exercise. This is not about compliance. This is a guided journey through the Phoenix Cultural Liberation methodology—designed to transform how you see, feel, and respond to racial inequity in healthcare.

You will be challenged. You will be uncomfortable. You will also be supported, held, and guided toward genuine liberation—both for yourself and for those you serve.

Your Commitments

By entering this system, you commit to:

Presence over performance — Showing up authentically, not performing "wokeness"
Discomfort as data — Using your discomfort as information, not as a reason to disengage
Truth with care — Speaking honestly while holding others' dignity
Action beyond awareness — Moving from knowing to doing, from intention to impact
Collective liberation — Understanding that your freedom is bound up with the freedom of others

Our Commitment to You

We commit to creating a brave space—not a "safe" space where challenge is avoided, but a brave space where growth is possible. You will be:

Guided — Ava's story will walk you through each principle and practice
Supported — Resources, reflection points, and care options throughout
Respected — Your experiences, pace, and boundaries will be honoured
Celebrated — Your growth will be witnessed and acknowledged

Care & Support

Some content in this system addresses bias, institutional harm, and difficult experiences. You may opt out of any activity. Support resources and wellbeing options are available throughout.

"The work ahead will ask things of you. But what it gives back—to you, to your patients, to your colleagues—is worth every moment of discomfort."

— Ava Thompson

System Disclaimer

Phoenix Rising is an educational programme designed to develop anti-racist leadership practice. It is not a substitute for therapy, counselling, mental health treatment, or legal advice. Completion of this system does not guarantee the elimination of bias; it is one step in an ongoing commitment to anti-racist practice. If you are experiencing mental health difficulties, please contact your GP, line manager, or one of the support services listed below.

Support Resources

Samaritans: 116 123 (free, 24/7)
Mind: 0300 123 3393
NHS Mental Health Crisis: 111 (option 2)
Crisis Text Line: Text "SHOUT" to 85258

Your Information

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Your Role

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I commit to presence over performance I will show up authentically in this learning journey, even when it's uncomfortable.

I commit to treating discomfort as data I understand that growth happens at the edges of comfort, and I will engage with difficult material.

I commit to action beyond awareness I will complete the assessments, reflections, and action planning components of this system.

I understand the terms of this learning covenant I have read and understood the commitments above and enter this system with intention.

You can return to this system at any time. Your progress will be saved.