Anti-racism
How To Be An Effective Anti-Racist
Thursday, December 8th at 10 am - noon
When engaging in conversations around race and racism in our society, a common point that is made is “I don’t see color” or “I treat everyone the same.” However, we know that “not seeing color” means ignoring an important part of a person’s identity. This session will introduce the topic of anti-racism and discuss some strategies to effectively engage in anti-racism.
Topics will include:
- Racial Identity Development
- History and Impact of Segregation
- Hierarchy, Power, and Passivism
- Anti-Racist Resources
- Anti-Racism In Action
Presenter:
Caitlin Hawkins, Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio
As a community social worker, Caitlin is passionate about creative, authentic engagement in workplaces and communities. Her educational and professional experiences in community development and higher education lead her to the understanding that relationships matter, and that relationships with people who are different from ourselves provide opportunities for immense growth and collaboration, as long as we know how to harness those connections. At The Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio, she works alongside businesses and organizations through every step of the consulting process and engages staff in customized workshops around the topics of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Caitlin works with the express intention of facilitating the growth of inclusive and equitable workplaces.