Naqsmist Storytellers Inc.
“Many coming together as one”
Our mission is to accelerate the human collective’s understanding that we can do and think different by remembering who we are.
Think Different. Lead Bold.
We inspire leaders to confidently challenge harmful systems and cultivate spaces where everyone feels like they belong.
Who We Are
We’re here to inspire transformation.
At Naqsmist Storytellers Inc., we blend Indigenous teachings with modern innovation to reimagine how people connect, lead, and grow. By empowering individuals, teams, and organizations to cultivate spaces of safety, belonging, and connection, we help build a future where every human being can thrive.
Our Mission
To accelerate the human collective’s understanding that we can think and do different by remembering who we are.
What We Do
We offer services designed to close the gap between learning and action, including:
Cultivating Safe Spaces Framework
True Colors Workshops
CSS Train the Trainer Certification
Virtual and In-Person Experiential Learning
Online Course Learning
Corporate Packages
Keynotes
Custom Consulting and Advisory Services
Why It Matters
The systems we live and work within were designed to keep us scared and complicit, creating barriers to connection, innovation, and growth. At Naqsmist, we empower leaders and companies to challenge these harmful systems by turning confusion into confidence and awareness into meaningful action. Through our tools and strategies, leaders gain the clarity to navigate complexity, foster cultures of belonging, and build resilient teams. Companies that embrace this transformation not only create safer, more connected workplaces but also unlock the potential for lasting success, innovation, and meaningful impact in their industries.
What People Are Saying
Personal Transformation:
"I used to think decolonization was this massive, abstract concept I couldn’t apply. CSS broke it down for me—it gave me tools to reflect, listen, and act in ways that align with my values. Now, I feel confident in making decisions from a place of love and connection, not fear."
Organizational Change:
"CSS helped our leadership team move from ideas to action. It’s not just about learning concepts—it’s about embedding them into how we operate as a team and an organization."
Join Our Community
We invite you to join a global community of learners and leaders committed to cultivating safe, inclusive, and respectful environments. Whether you're enhancing your personal knowledge or aiming to facilitate change within your organization, our courses are designed to support your goals.
Elevate your commitment to Cultivating Safe Spaces. Our self-paced Train the Trainer Course, launching early 2025, is undergoing extensive improvements. Designed for individuals aiming to facilitate workshops and training sessions within their organizations or communities, the program will include a thorough application and interview process to ensure the quality of instruction.
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Cultivating Safe Spaces helps build
a company culture for learning
Founded by Elaine Alec, a respected member of Syilx (Okanagan) and Secwépemc (Shuswap) Nations, Naqsmist Storytellers Inc. began as a consultancy focused on Indigenous planning and community engagement. With her deep understanding of Indigenous knowledge and systemic change, Elaine shifted the organization’s focus towards educational technology, developing online platforms and courses that allow for a broader, global reach. This evolution was driven by the desire to make the Cultivating Safe Spaces (CSS) framework accessible to a wider audience, promoting systemic change through education and empowerment.
