Mending the Chasm - 4 Part Series
- racism, anti-Black racisms, equity and inclusions.
- the value of using the inclusion lens
- conscious and unconscious bias and how this affects our interactions, preferences and decisions
- what authentic and active Allyship looks like, requires, and how to work in solidarity with equity-seeking communities
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Session 1: Anti-Racism 101 – September 23, 2021 from 7:00PM – 8:00PM
This is a foundational session to build a baseline understanding of issues and concepts pertaining to racism, anti-Black racism, equity, and inclusion.
Learning objectives include:
- Deepen understanding of racism from a systemic and individual perspective
- Increase understanding of the experiences and impact of racial microaggressions and discrimination
Session 2: Using an Equity and Inclusion Lens – October 14, 2021 from 7:00PM – 8:00PM
In this session, employees and managers will learn about the value of using Equity and Inclusion lens to create a more meaningful experience for clients and consumers.
Learning objective include:
- Understand what an inclusion and equity lens is as a leadership tool and perspective
- Explore the impact of inequality
Session 3: Unconscious Bias – November 11, 2021 from 7:00PM – 8:00PM
In this session, participants will learn about Conscious and Unconscious Bias and how this affects our interactions, preferences and decisions.
Learning objective includes:
- Introduction to the concepts of conscious and unconscious bias
- Explore different types of bias
- Understand the impact of bias
Session 4: Allyship in Action – December 2, 2021 from 7:00PM – 8:00PM
In this session, participants will learn about what authentic and active allyship looks like, requires and how to work in solidarity with equity-seeking communities.
Learning objective includes:
- Building a clear understanding and definition of the authentic and active Allyship
- The three A’s of Allyship
- Learn best practices for authentic Allyship and how to avoid the performative Allyship trap