Equity in Action Community Workshop

How do you navigate microaggressions - those words and actions that offend or hurt, even though they may be unintended? Learn some of the obstacles of authentic conversations, as well as practical strategies for what to do or say when you are the target of, witness to, and agents of microaggressions.

Outline

Part I: Barriers to Courage

    Cultural Myths that Discourage Courage

    Iterative Nature of Growing Through Mistakes

Breakout Discussions

Q/A

Part II: Dialogue Tools

    Intervening Within Relationships or One-on-One

    Intervening With Strangers or in Groups 

    Receiving Interventions with Grace and Gratitude

Breakout Discussions

Q/A

Part III: Developing Some Muscles

     "I Wish I Had Said Something" Moments

    Practicing in Small Groups

Reflections

Q/A