CircleUp eLearning

Lead Trainer | Restorative Justice Practitioner | Diversity Equity Inclusion Trainer | Cultural Competency Expert Charlotte Lichens is a dynamic and grounding force on the CircleUp Education training team, serving as a Lead Trainer with a remarkable ability to turn complex topics into deeply relatable learning moments. With a background in psychology and cross-cultural studies, Charlotte has delivered hundreds of high-impact trainings on cultural competency, implicit bias, restorative justice, and communication skills to thousands of employees across schools, city governments, regional centers, and small businesses. Her facilitation style blends charisma, clarity, and compassion—making even the most challenging DEI topics accessible and engaging. Charlotte is especially skilled at helping participants connect big-picture ideas to their everyday work, using real-world examples and interactive strategies that spark insight and reflection. She’s also a core contributor to CircleUp’s restorative practices work in schools, where she designs and leads innovative, memorable circle experiences that build inclusion and connection among students and staff. Whether working with large organizations or small teams, Charlotte consistently creates safe, energizing spaces where learning feels personal, relevant, and transformative.