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Jackie Gharapour Wernz is a sought-after voice on education civil rights, Title IX, and institutional compliance — appearing in national media, delivering keynotes, and leading professional training across the country.
Speaking Engagements
Title IX Training for Institutional Equity and Compliance Staff
Community College
A full-day, on-site Title IX training for a community college’s institutional equity and compliance staff.
Title IX Training for School Administrators
Public School District
A three-hour foundational training for building administrators new to Title IX, including their responsibilities when a report comes to them, when to involve the Title IX Coordinator, supportive measures, investigations and the grievance process, the different roles an administrator may play, and common mistakes to avoid.
Title IX Coordinator Training
Public Charter School
A virtual training for a charter school’s Title IX Coordinator and leadership team on the coordinator’s role and responsibilities in managing reports and complaints.
Effectively Managing Title IX Complaints in a High School Setting
Public Charter School
An in-person training for a charter high school’s staff on recognizing, responding to and managing Title IX complaints involving high school students.
Title IX in Practice: K–12 and Higher Education
Boise State University 2026 Title IX Conference
Designed and led a multi-day civil rights training conference for K–12 and higher education administrators, institutional leaders, and attorneys practicing in education civil rights. Developed the comprehensive curriculum and delivered most of the programming, combining in-depth legal analysis, practical guidance, and real-world applications, with expert panel discussions concluding each day.
Press Your Luck: OSPA’s Annual Title IX Training
Oregon School Personnel Association Summer Conference
Invited annually to deliver practical, engaging Title IX training for K–12 administrators and education professionals, addressing evolving legal requirements, compliance obligations, investigations, and best practices for responding to sex discrimination and harassment.
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Featured Videos
Title IX Compliance: What Schools Need to Know
Jackie Gharapour Wernz walks through the key compliance obligations under Title IX and what institutional leaders need to understand in the current regulatory environment.
Watch on YouTubeCivil Rights Investigations: A Practical Overview
An in-depth look at how civil rights investigations are conducted, what institutions should expect, and how to prepare for OCR scrutiny.
Watch on YouTube
Speaking & Training
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Available for keynotes, workshops, and custom training engagements.
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