Beyond The Margins offers dynamic trainings, workshops, and seminars designed to empower educators, leaders, and staff working in urban, alternative, and non-traditional learning environments. Our PD experiences include:

Beyond The Margins partners with schools, organizations, and community programs to design, build, and launch impactful initiatives, from workforce development and youth engagement programs to alternative education models. We offer end-to-end support.

Dr. Sohn A. Butts delivers powerful, engaging keynotes and talks that challenge, inspire, and empower. With a focus on equity, student engagement, and reimagining education for urban and non-traditional learners, each message is tailored to resonate and move audiences to action.

Beyond The Margins offers thought-provoking book talks and dynamic panel participation grounded in lived experience, research, and practical insight. Whether exploring themes of  reimagining education or self-determination, we bring honest, meaningful dialogue to every space we enter.

Beyond The Margins brings relevant, accessible education directly to the community. From parent workshops to youth leadership sessions, we create learning spaces that build awareness, foster self-determination, and empower families and communities to engage, advocate, and lead with confidence.

Beyond The Margins supports adult learners with practical, skill-based education that meets them where they are. From literacy and numeracy to job readiness and digital skills, our programs are built to foster confidence, self-determination, and lifelong learning, opening doors to opportunity and advancement.