This two part workshop will define and identify how the racialized systems and culture of oppression in the United States has been internalized by individuals and manifest through our jobs, community and relationships. We will set a foundation of understanding for how systems of oppression are upheld by our actions. Participants will gain understanding of the role systemic devaluing, undermining, marginalizing, and disadvantaging of certain racial identities in contrast to the privileged norm has impacted the self-awareness, self-esteem and collective identity of people of color, while creating a collective identity of superiority, empowerment and access to institutional power expressing itself as unearned privileges and invisible advantages for white people. We will also provide participants with tools and resources to identify these behaviors and uproot the intenalized socialization that are barriers in our relationships.
The second session, offered in early 2018, will provide protected space where participants of color can gain understanding of the acceptance of and acting out of an inferior definition of self and other people of color, along with providing space for multi-racial participants who may experience internalized inferiority differently. White participants will confront the acceptance of and acting out of a superior definition of self and one’s culture, along with understanding of the role of white allies in racial equity. Each group will be provided with information and tools to challenge these definitions and create liberating practices.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR ENTRY.
This workshop is for participants 18 years and older.
This workshop is for all persons regardless of race or ethnicity. The space will center the voices and experiences of people of color. Please be prepared to respect and be accountable to this community agreement.
There is 2 hour and 4 hour street parking on the block of the church, along with two pay lots close. We will have ample breaks for those who may need to move their cars.
Location is wheel-chair accessible and space along with restrooms are on main floor. Chairs and pillows will be available for seating. *
Location is NOT scent free as many organizations have their business in the building. We ask participants no artifical scents.
Snacks and water will be available for all. NO open containers allowed in space. We will be taking amble stretch and bathroom breaks and a 60 minute meal break. A lite vegan gluten-free meal will be provided, with ample locations near by for other options. Please bring any food or snacks that meet your dietary needs and possibly to share!
Interpretation services are NOT available for this workshop.*
*We apologize for the lack of access for many. We acknowledge that this is part of the culture of oppression we wish to dismantle and are working on future opportunities accessible by all and reasonably priced.*
