OuR Services
One day, injustice will be just a word in the dictionary
Trainings / Workshops
Our specialized workshops equip adoptive parents and organizations with the tools to support adoptees, focusing on identity, racial dynamics, and family dynamics. We also offer targeted training for organizations hiring returning citizens, promoting reentry success and second chances, as well as programs for social service and mental health workers to develop trauma-informed, culturally competent approaches for serving these marginalized populations.
Adoption Consulting and Coaching
Our coaching services are tailored specifically for adoptees, helping them navigate the complexities of identity, belonging, and adoption-related challenges. F.I.S.T. LLC empowers adoptees to embrace their unique stories, build confidence, and foster personal growth on their journey toward self-discovery and resilience.
speaking engagements
Schai Schairer, LMSW, captivates audiences with powerful keynotes that blend her lived experiences, advocacy work, and impactful spoken word poetry. Through dynamic storytelling and thought-provoking performances, she challenges perspectives on social justice, identity, and transformation, inspiring individuals and organizations to take action and foster equity in their communities.
Philanthropic services
H.O.M.E. (Helping Others Maintain Employment) serves as F.I.S.T. LLC's comprehensive philanthropic initiative, integrating programs like Prison to Poetry Pipeline, ARTExpress, and the C.H.O.W. Podcast. These programs collectively equip incarcerated individuals with creative skills, emotional resilience, and career readiness to support successful reentry into society.
Prison to Poetry Pipeline
As the foundational program of the organization, the Prison to Poetry Pipeline is the initiative that started it all. This trauma-informed program harnesses the power of creative writing and spoken word to help incarcerated individuals express themselves, heal, and reclaim their narratives. By offering a platform for self-reflection and growth, the program fosters emotional resilience and empowers participants to transform their lives through the art of poetry.
ARTExpress
The ARTExpress Program is a 6-month mail-in correspondence initiative by F.I.S.T. LLC, designed to provide incarcerated individuals with micro-credentials from an accredited University in different creative disciplines. Developed during the COVID era, it fosters creative growth, emotional resilience, and skill-building, contributing to participants' personal development and career readiness. This popular, established program empowers individuals to express themselves and prepare for life beyond incarceration.
C.h.o.w. Podcast
The *C.H.O.W. (Cells Hold Open Wounds) Podcast* dives into the unique challenges and resilience of incarcerated women, spotlighting their stories, struggles, and paths to healing. Through candid interviews and stories with women impacted by the justice system, along with professionals in mental health and criminal justice, the podcast explores themes of transformation and advocacy. Each episode aims to deepen listeners' understanding of the intersection between trauma, justice, and mental well-being.