Key Concepts of
Diversity, Equity & Social Justice
UNST Definition:
Students will explore and analyze identity, power relationships, and social justice in historical contexts and contemporary settings from multiple perspectives.
Group Definition:
The understanding and respecting of differing perspectives, practices and identities in relation to our society’s social conditions and oppressive systems.
Being mindful of the intersection of various social identities and their impact on a single individual.
Alleviating barriers that sustain inequitable conditions for individuals.
Students will explore and analyze identity, power relationships, and social justice in historical contexts and contemporary settings from multiple perspectives.
Group Definition:
The understanding and respecting of differing perspectives, practices and identities in relation to our society’s social conditions and oppressive systems.
Being mindful of the intersection of various social identities and their impact on a single individual.
Alleviating barriers that sustain inequitable conditions for individuals.
Privilege
Our Questions
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Debrief Questions
- What did you feel while participating in this activity?
- Are you more aware of aspects of your identity after this experience? How so?
- What are some factors you did not think about before?
- What are some factors you did not think about before?
- How did you feel being in the front of the room? Towards the back?
- How can your understanding of your privileges improve your existing relationships with others?
- What question made you think the most?
- What are your thoughts on power and privilege?
Resources Used:
https://peacelearner.org/2016/03/14/privilege-walk-lesson-plan/
https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources/diversity/social-justice/social-justice-lesson-plans/talking-about-race-and-privilege-lesson-plan-for-middle-and-high-school-students
https://peacelearner.org/2016/03/14/privilege-walk-lesson-plan/
https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources/diversity/social-justice/social-justice-lesson-plans/talking-about-race-and-privilege-lesson-plan-for-middle-and-high-school-students
Racism
Ashley Keates
“We all have cultural bias, racial bias. One of the difficult things around this subject is to deny that we have places we go to subconsciously, and unless you consciously decide that that’s wrong and you’ve got to do something about it, especially if you’re in a position of power, it won’t change.” – David Oyelowo
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Prejudice- refers to a positive or negative evaluation of another person based on their perceived group membership. (Oxford Research Encyclopedias)
Racism- on the other hand refers to social actions, practices or beliefs or political systems that consider different races to be ranked as inherently superior or inferior to each other. (Oxford Research Encyclopedias)
Science approach- There are no white people or black or brown people in a strand of DNA, just a galaxy of clusters of shared traits developed and propagated among a kaleidoscope of overlapping ancestral groups.
Racism- on the other hand refers to social actions, practices or beliefs or political systems that consider different races to be ranked as inherently superior or inferior to each other. (Oxford Research Encyclopedias)
Science approach- There are no white people or black or brown people in a strand of DNA, just a galaxy of clusters of shared traits developed and propagated among a kaleidoscope of overlapping ancestral groups.
HOW DOES THE HUMAN MIND CATEGORIZE PEOPLE?
The ability to quickly and automatically categorize people is a fundamental quality of the human mind. Categories give order to life, and every day, we group other people into categories based on social and other characteristics. This is the foundation of stereotypes, prejudice and, ultimately, discrimination.
( Study by: Binyam Nardos, Postdoctoral researcher. Fair neuroimaging Lab, OHSU. 1/24/2018 )
( Study by: Binyam Nardos, Postdoctoral researcher. Fair neuroimaging Lab, OHSU. 1/24/2018 )
Test your own implicit bias: Understanding the roots of stereotypes and prejudice in our society
HOW ARE OUR BIASES REINFORCED?
HOW DO WE PERPETUATE BIAS? WHAT CAN BE DONE? COMMUNITY MATTERS COMMITING TO CHANGE |
...Once learned-- we are often resistant to change. Disregarding evidence to the contrary…
...By conformity with in-group attitudes and socialization by culture at large… ....Conscious attitudes and beliefs can change… ...When people work together their attitudes about diversity can change dramatically… ...Don’t reject the notion, ask more questions and what actions we can take… |
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HOW CAN WE BE BETTER ALLIES?
- Believe what is being said. Listen and trust.
- Give money or external support without inserting own voice unless asked.
- Be a supportive physical presence if someone is being harassed or needs help. Videotape and report.
- Be a signal boost for marginalized voices.
- Call and mail representatives
types of racism |
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"COLORBLIND" ISSUE: “I don’t see race”. A position with serious consequences, including denying differential treatment and ignoring culturally relevant information. Recognizes color but then, in an appeal to abstract moral principles, dismisses it as a determinant of how people are treated...
ESSENTIALIST RACISM: Race as a determinant and explanation of human behavior...
RACE COGNIZANCE: recognizes the complexities of context, the ways in which race can interact with socio-economic status to predetermine in advance the meanings and realities of one’s identity and experiences...
(Why I'm no longer talking to white people about race- Reni Eddo-Lodge)
(www.racism.org)
(Ethnicity matters- Barbara Eckstein)
ESSENTIALIST RACISM: Race as a determinant and explanation of human behavior...
RACE COGNIZANCE: recognizes the complexities of context, the ways in which race can interact with socio-economic status to predetermine in advance the meanings and realities of one’s identity and experiences...
(Why I'm no longer talking to white people about race- Reni Eddo-Lodge)
(www.racism.org)
(Ethnicity matters- Barbara Eckstein)
DON'T SHOOT PORTLAND
OREGON KNOW YOUR RIGHTS:
ADVOCACY AND LEGAL WORKSHOPS. DEVELOPED LEGAL OUTREACH IN SUPPORT AND PARTNERSHIP WITH LAWYERS AND VOLUNTEERS FROM THE NATIONAL LAWYERS GUILD AND THE PORTLAND LAW COLLECTIVE.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND EDUCATIONAL DIALOGUE:
AS A PORTLAND ARTIST COLLECTIVE HELPED US TO DEVELOP OUR SIGNATURE ACTIVISM AND DIRECT ENGAGEMENT PLATFORMS AND PANELS. THESE DEMONSTRATIONS HAVE EXPANDED THE #BLACKLIVESMATTER MOVEMENT AND OUR AGENDA INTO STATE CAPITALS, CITY AND COUNTY MUNICIPALITIES INCLUDING SCHOOL DISTRICTS AND OTHER FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS AND INSTITUTIONS.
COMMUNITY ART PROJECT:
OUR YOUTH OUTREACH ENSURES THAT WE SUPPORT THE DEVELOPMENT OF LOCAL ACTIVISM THROUGH VARIOUS FORMS OF EDUCATION RELATED ART AND HISTORY PROJECTS FOCUSED ON CIVIL RIGHTS AND ANTI DISCRIMINATION. THE FIGHT AGAINST STATE SANCTIONED DISCRIMINATION IS GOING TO BE STRENGTHENED THROUGH THE USE OF KNOWLEDGE OF PROCESS, POLICY AND HISTORY.
ADVOCACY AND LEGAL WORKSHOPS. DEVELOPED LEGAL OUTREACH IN SUPPORT AND PARTNERSHIP WITH LAWYERS AND VOLUNTEERS FROM THE NATIONAL LAWYERS GUILD AND THE PORTLAND LAW COLLECTIVE.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND EDUCATIONAL DIALOGUE:
AS A PORTLAND ARTIST COLLECTIVE HELPED US TO DEVELOP OUR SIGNATURE ACTIVISM AND DIRECT ENGAGEMENT PLATFORMS AND PANELS. THESE DEMONSTRATIONS HAVE EXPANDED THE #BLACKLIVESMATTER MOVEMENT AND OUR AGENDA INTO STATE CAPITALS, CITY AND COUNTY MUNICIPALITIES INCLUDING SCHOOL DISTRICTS AND OTHER FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS AND INSTITUTIONS.
COMMUNITY ART PROJECT:
OUR YOUTH OUTREACH ENSURES THAT WE SUPPORT THE DEVELOPMENT OF LOCAL ACTIVISM THROUGH VARIOUS FORMS OF EDUCATION RELATED ART AND HISTORY PROJECTS FOCUSED ON CIVIL RIGHTS AND ANTI DISCRIMINATION. THE FIGHT AGAINST STATE SANCTIONED DISCRIMINATION IS GOING TO BE STRENGTHENED THROUGH THE USE OF KNOWLEDGE OF PROCESS, POLICY AND HISTORY.
Intersectionality
Ibette Sanchez-Mexicano
**Acknowledging Disability**
- Disability is one of the most neglected identities in our society.
- Understand: more complex identities might struggle more with finding **safe** spaces for that specific community.
- What can those of us who are able-bodied do to prevent from being dehumanizing?
The Urgency of Intersectionality
“Spheres of social identities — from race to gender to sexuality to disability — operate on multiple levels, creating multidimensional experiences.”
Conceptualizing Intersectionality
The term "intersectionality" was coined by scholar, Kimberle Crenshaw. Intersectionality is the way identities intersect and create layers of oppression for an individual.
When creating movements, we need to acknowledge the space/movement we're creating. White Feminism - Critiques
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Source: https://d43fweuh3sg51.cloudfront.net/media/media_files/Intersectionality_StudentHandoutB.pdf
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Above: Iesha Evans
[Source above] https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2016/jul/11/baton-rouge-protester-photo-iesha-evans
[Source above] https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2016/jul/11/baton-rouge-protester-photo-iesha-evans
- Violence against people
**of color** who are transgender & Police in pussy hats- Transwomen of color experience higher rates homelessness and fatalities from police brutality.
What message is made when we see police officers at protests and demonstrations that are meant to be inclusive? What does it mean when we see them interacting with demonstrators?
Does it blind-side lethal issues affecting people of color and transgender people of color?
[Source left] https://www.news.com.au/technology/online/social/womens-march-atlanta-police-officers-high-five-protesters-in-viral-video/news-story/edaeac41f74bd2c3575cc703991aad14
[Source Above]
https://www.pdxmonthly.com/slideshows/2017/1/23/portland-grabs-back-photos-from-the-women-s-march
https://www.pdxmonthly.com/slideshows/2017/1/23/portland-grabs-back-photos-from-the-women-s-march
[Source] https://medium.com/applied-intersectionality/if-your-feminism-aint-intersectional-i-don-t-wanna-talk-c39ba285fa5f
Language with a social Justice lens
Language is not only a tool for communication, but something we need to be aware of in the context of social justice. Sometimes we perpetuate oppressive conditions through micro-aggressions.
Micro-agressions are small comments that can be consciously or unconsciously make prejudice remarks towards a person of a marginalized community ie. race, gender, class, ability etc. What we say can be interpreted differently by any person. We have to be critical thinkers about the underlying message of our words. It is our social responsibility to be mindful of what we say or ask and the intentions behind it.
We should always consider the spaces we are in, who we are speaking to, be aware our own biases, and pay attention to our positionality in this society.
Micro-agressions are small comments that can be consciously or unconsciously make prejudice remarks towards a person of a marginalized community ie. race, gender, class, ability etc. What we say can be interpreted differently by any person. We have to be critical thinkers about the underlying message of our words. It is our social responsibility to be mindful of what we say or ask and the intentions behind it.
We should always consider the spaces we are in, who we are speaking to, be aware our own biases, and pay attention to our positionality in this society.
Ashley Royal
Available at PSU
CENTER FOR STUDENT HEALTH AND COUNSELING (SHAC) available to PSU students
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SHAC Hours: Mon-Thur: 9:00am - 5:00pm Fri: 9:30am - 5:00pm
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Portland Community Resources
Mental Health Crisis Service--Multnomah County Crisis Line (available 24/7) 503.988.4888
Resources and hotlines for victims of racial violence or discrimination
The Victim Connect Resource Center is a referral hotline for any and all persons affected by hate crime. Connections can be made via phone, online chat and web based information referrals.
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Traditional Telephone: 855.4.VICTIM (855.484.2846)--M-F 8:30-7:30
Online Chat: Chat.VictimConnect.org--M-F 9:30-6:30 web information referral: VictimConnect.org |
Monitoring Group 24/7 Hotline 0800 374 618
Crisis text line Available to anyone in the United States |
For Free 24 hour text support--Text CONNECT to 741741 |