Race & Racism 101

This interactive workshop provides an opportunity to talk about race relations and racism. Participants gain a brief overview of history, share perspectives on contemporary issues and discuss strategies to eradicate racism and improve race relations.

Workshops Available: 

• Wednesday, September 11^th @ 3:30pm- 5pm
• Tuesday, October 22^nd @ 4:30pm- 6pm

Race & Racism 201 

This interactive workshop will provide participants with an overview of modern oppressive systems, with critical examination of positionality and identity within those systems. Participants will also examine their own praxis of race by dissecting and engaging developmental and sociological theory.  

Workshops Available: 

• Thursday, October 10^th @ 5pm- 6:30pm
• Monday, November 18^th @ 3:30pm- 5pm

Understanding and welcoming spaces for neurodivergence

Grounded in best practices from neurodiverse communities and mental health professional standards of practice, participants will learn more about the range of identities under the neurodiverse umbrella as well as how to support neurodiverse needs on and around campus.

Available Workshops:

• Wednesday, September 18^th @ 4:30pm- 6pm
• Monday, October 28^th @5pm- 6:30pm

DREAMer Zone 

Dreamer Zone builds awareness around the lived experiences of DREAMers (student who identify as undocumented) on the UNC campus. Training participants will engage in activities to increase knowledge on terminology and policy affecting national identity, privilege and advocacy.

Available Workshops:

• Wednesday, October 2^nd @ 3:30pm- 5pm
• Tuesday, November 12^th, @ 3:30pm- 5pm

Disability & Accessibility 

This session focuses on the historical contexts and the current realities of disability. Participants will engage with one another and the presenters to understand the evolution of disability identity and the current implications this may have in their lives. Throughout the session, participants will reflect on their language usage and potential implicit bias toward folks with disabilities. This work will aid in the action plan that participants will develop at the end of the session.

Available Workshops:

• Wednesday, September 25^th @3:30-5pm
• Thursday, November 7^th, @ 4:30 – 6pm

Queer Policy Update  

Discuss the challenges queer and transgender folks face in the current policy context and what students can do to be better advocates for students across the gender and sexuality spectrums.

Available Workshops:

• Tuesday, September 24^th @ 5pm- 6:30pm
• Wednesday, October 30^th, @ 5pm- 6:30pm

Sexism & Gender Justice 

Explore key ideas and issues associated with gender, gender justice and feminism. Participants are introduced to sexism and learn to identify when sexism is happening while engaging in discussions about ones own experiences with sexism at UNC and beyond.

Participants will examine socioeconomic status and the wide range of definitions from a class cultural lens. Knowing class is an intersectional experience, participants will not only acknowledge their SES experience but also how they can apply their knowledge to the UNC classroom and the greater community. Participants will engage in conversations about social class and explore ways to begin the disruption of social stratification in a national context.

Through this workshop participants will learn about the unique challenges international students, immigrants, and refugees face navigating transitions to the United States. We will also discuss ways participants can address bias toward immigrant populations and improve cross cultural communication.

Exploring Military Culture and Veteran Experiences addresses the biases, stigmas, and stereotypes about the military and veterans that pervade academic spaces. Academic institutions often lack a sufficient understanding of military culture and the unique experiences of student veterans. This leads to assumptions that veterans are aggressive or suffer from mental health issues. Veterans face challenges transitioning to campus life after their military service. Examining these stereotypes and bringing cultural awareness to campus, we aim to create more inclusive educational environments for veterans to share their perspectives and succeed academically.

What is religion? Spirituality? Faith? How can you increase your religious literacy? Join us for an interactive workshop exploring concepts related to meaning-making and how we, as a campus community, can be more inclusive in our interfaith engagement.

This workshop is a dynamic and empowering learning experience designed to foster inclusive practices in the realm of marketing and communication. Participants will explore practical strategies for creating inclusive marketing content, campaigns and communication materials. We will delve into understanding different cultural perspectives, social identities, and communication preferences, enabling to develop impactful strategies that resonate with diverse audiences. 

This session focuses on the socio-political, historical, and modern iterations of Anti-Semitism in the US and globally. Participants will engage interactively to understand the relevance of Anti-Semitism in the past and present to their work, students, and our campus communities. Through this session participants will reflect on their socialization related to Jewish culture or faith, develop interfaith skills, and develop personalized action plans contextualized by the socio-political, historical, and modern contexts of Anti-Semitism.