Instructor: Heather Imrie

Heather Imrie
 Biography: Heather Imrie has over twenty years of experience teaching violence prevention and social justice. For fifteen years, she worked with and advocated for survivors of violence at the University of Illinois at Chicago Campus Advocacy Network. She also spent nearly a decade at Catharsis Productions as the Director of Program Development and Efficacy, where she developed research-driven training and educational programs with measurable results. Heather is a co-founder of the Equitable Solutions Group, a growing collective of trainers, coaches, and consultants dedicated to driving change. Her background in working with survivors, writing policy, and creating prevention education has given her a unique perspective on designing interactive, relevant programs that inspire transformation. 

 Heather is skilled in creating and delivering engaging trainings on topics such as sexual assault, domestic violence, stalking, sexual harassment, systems of oppression, victim-blaming, and bystander intervention. Over the course of her career, she has developed dozens of educational programs that incorporate the latest research, real-life scenarios, and facilitated dialogue to encourage critical thinking among participants. 

With a deep commitment to healthy relationships, violence prevention, and social justice, Heather has had the privilege of presenting to colleges, universities, crisis centers, government agencies, and military installations worldwide. She is eager to bring her expertise and passion to new collaborations.

Courses by this instructor


Barriers and Pathways to Belonging in Our Communities

This continuing education program provides an opportunity for professionals to reflect on how personal and organizational values influence their interactions with patients, clients, and colleagues. Participants will examine how implicit bias, bias language, and discrimination can interfere with effective communication, trust-building, and care outcomes. Through guided discussion and case-based reflection, the course explores practical strategies to recognize, reduce, and respond to bias while fostering dignity, respect, and belonging in professional and community settings. Participants will leave empowered to make a positive impact in their workplace and community.
Friday, April 17, 2026, WDC*D152