Please join CK LIP and LivingCK for the Building Bridges: Anti-Racism 101 Workshop the Canadian Mental Health Association Toronto delivered through their Opening Doors Project.
This workshop explores issues of racism, diversity and anti-racism, and is ideal for people who are familiar with the idea of multiculturalism and diversity but have not been introduced to anti-racism. It encourages participants to explore how racism works and its different forms in particular contexts. Participants are encouraged to question their own prejudices and explore practical alternatives.
By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:
Define: Racism, race, anti-racism, micro-aggressions, and other equity-related terminology
Understand: The history of racism and its connection to present-day racial discrimination
Unpack: How discrimination works and manifests in society
Identify: Different levels of racism, types of racism, and white supremacy from a Canadian perspective & Connection between racism and health - Racial Trauma
Tools: Addressing racial discrimination
Advocate: Becoming Anti-Racist & Tips on challenging racism and tools on how to deal with discrimination
Date: February 5, 2024
Time: 9:00 am – 11:30 am
Where: Rotary Lounge, Chatham Capitol Theatre - 238 King St. W., Chatham
A light refreshment will be provided.
Space is limited.
Please Note: Discussions about harassment and/or discrimination can bring up strong feelings. We encourage participants to actively contribute to a brave space by being respectful, attentive, and open minded during these discussions. And, to actively engage in self-care or to seek support as needed during and after the workshop. If you require support the Chatham-Kent Victim’s Services, Ontario Human Rights Commission, and Canadian Mental Health Association Lambton-Kent can be of assistance.
