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COMMUNITY. COMMITMENT.
COLLABORATION.

8th Generation African Nova Scotian leading through service

"Go the extra mile! It is never crowded there" - DeRico Symonds

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SYMONDS METHOD

Leadership through Service

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EMPOWERING POTENTIAL

Leadership development rooted in a service-first approach, designed to empower individuals and communities by unlocking their fullest potential. Through personalized coaching and community-focused strategies, DeRico helps clients identify their strengths, build resilience, and drive meaningful impact.

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RESILIENT MINDSET

Leadership through dedicated service by empowering individuals and communities to embrace challenges as opportunities for growth. His approach fosters a resilient mindset, enabling others to thrive amidst adversity.

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CONTINUOUS GROWTH

Leadership through service by continuously fostering environments that encourage personal and collective growth. He remains committed to empowering others, believing that true leadership involves ongoing learning and development to elevate community potential.

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ABOUT ME

I’m Passionate About Building Community and Leading by Action

OUT NOW

DERICO'S SOUNDBITES

Transformational Thoughts

With over a decade of experience in community engagement and social justice advocacy, DeRico has dedicated his career to supporting marginalized communities in Halifax and beyond. His work focuses on addressing systemic racism, promoting equity, and fostering community development.

WORKSHOPS

Join my upcoming programs and retreats

  • Achieving Work-Life Harmony
    Achieving Work-Life Harmony
    Wed, Jul 04
    Halifax, Nova Scotia
    Jul 04, 2035, 8:30 p.m. – Jul 05, 2035, 12:30 a.m.
    Halifax, Nova Scotia, 500 Terry Francine Street, San Francisco
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  • Reach Your Full Potential
    Reach Your Full Potential
    Thu, Nov 15
    San Francisco
    Nov 15, 2035, 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
    San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, USA
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  • Mindfulness & Stress Management
    Mindfulness & Stress Management
    Tue, Dec 04
    San Francisco
    Dec 04, 2035, 7:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.
    San Francisco, 500 Terry Francine Street, San Francisco
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HEAR FROM THOSE WHO'VE WORKED WITH ME

“DeRico is the epitome of leadership in action. He continues to break down barriers in deed and calling others to account for just causes.”

TINASHE MANOLO

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"DeRico Symonds is a powerful voice and respected leader whose facilitation and consulting work create brave, honest, and transformative spaces for learning, reflection, and action. Whether through workshops, training sessions, or strategic consulting, DeRico skillfully addresses anti-Black racism and a wide range of social issues impacting the Black community. He brings a unique blend of deep knowledge, lived experience, and authenticity that not only informs but inspires lasting change. DeRico’s work moves people beyond awareness into action, helping to build stronger, more informed and more equitable communities and organizations"

Russel Brooks - Halifax Regional Municipality Anti-Black Racism Coordinator

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