Please note when registering that some workshops are in Pacific time and others are in Central time. Introduction to Systemic Racism WorkshopWednesday, October 14th, from 9am to 5pm Central Time The idea that oppression, and in particular, racism, is not only a matter of individual prejudice but a systemic, institutional problem of power is foundational to the Introduction to Systemic Racism workshop, and requires structural intervention to dismantle. Conducted in an atmosphere of mutual respect and courageous space, this workshop is designed to explore racism as a systemic, institutional problem of power that goes beyond personal prejudice. Participants will experience first-hand Crossroad’s effective methodology for facilitating productive conversations about race. They will also be be introduced to a strategic methodology that can assist people in effectively organizing to dismantle racism in their institutions. Critical Cultural Competency WorkshopSaturday October 17th, from 9am to 5pm Pacific TimeSaturday, November 14th, from 9am to 5pm Central Time This workshop is designed to help participants create the spaces to be self-reflective about our cultural shaping as individuals and institutions, understand the power dynamics in society that impact us, develop the skills to interrupt old patterns and inequitable practices that limit access and exclude some people from our institutions, build trust and clear communication and begin to understand how to make decisions based on multiple perspectives where all people can be heard and represented. Introduction to Antbias Antiracist (ABAR) Workshop Wednesday, October 28th, 2020, from 9am to 5pm Pacific The idea that oppression, and in particular, racism, is not only a matter of individual prejudice but a systemic, institutional problem of power is foundational to the Introduction to ABAR Education workshop and requires structural intervention to dismantle. Especially for educators, ABAR Education workshop is designed for educational institutions who want their staff as well as their leadership to understand the systemic nature of racism and the role institutions play in its maintenance. Participants will gain insight into how children and adults internalize and act out of these biases. The 4 Goals of Anti-bias Anti-racist Education will be introduced, and participants will consider ways to apply them to educational settings. All of these workshops are open to all interested persons, especially leaders in organizations or congregations who work on social justice initiatives, programs that serve refugees, unstably housed individuals, or anyone on the margins of our community. These workshops will all take place on Zoom, preferably with a desktop computer or laptop. Using a phone or tablet to join this workshop with limit your ability to participate. The changing landscape for our communities and institutions provides a unique opportunity to think deeply about how to provide more welcoming, accessible, and effective programming. In light of that, we are pleased to announce that we will be offering a sliding scale for these workshops to increase access and equity in the space. Please pay what you can and consider donating to sponsor another’s registration if you are able.
These workshops are fee-based with a sliding scale: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/crossroadsantiracismorganizingtraining/401548/
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