Phrases such as “Pelo Malo” (bad or curly hair) and “Mejora la Raza” (better the race) are heard in the vocabulary of many Latinos/x. These are indicators of colorism, a preference for lighter skin tones, and anti-Blackness, a specific form of racism against Black people. In this session, we define, understand, and explore their role […]
The ability to connect across cultures is key to supporting our work with youth and caregivers. This interactive training will help participants understand dimensions of identity and culture and the ways that prejudices and bias hamper opportunities for connection. This introductory training helps program staff explore personal dynamics of power and privilege and begin to […]
Anti-Racism & Storytelling: Meaning Making in Meaningful Ways In this workshop, playwright, producer, and PhD candidate Paul Michael Thomson empowers participants to share their stories and guides them in listening to others'. Led by the principle that one of the most powerful tools for community building is believing each others' stories, Paul Michael shares the […]
