SGS Equity in Action Workshop Series

Free to SGS staffulty, families, and board members.  Register here.

Navigating Microaggressions: Interrupting and Repairing Harm

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