How do you, as a white advocate, show up in racial conversations and efforts for change in a way that does not actually harm BIPOC ((Black, Indigenous and People of Color)?
Who would benefit:
If you are actively engaging in diversity, equity and inclusion conversations, bringing these dialogue into work, congregational and other settings, or want to learn how to hold each other accountable, this group is for you!
Come have an authentic conversation, ask questions, share how you track your mistakes, and how your own needs of being seen as a Good White Person (or other versions of being a Good Christian, Good Jew, or other versions) get in your way.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion work feels pressing right now and yet it is vital that we slow down to take responsibility for our words and actions. How do we repair a connection we have broken by an unintentional impact of our words or behavior? In what ways do you step up too often? Are you aware of the power-over habits white people have learned from our Domination system?
Our white to white self-responsibility is unlearning the shame, blame and guilt of whiteness and learning how to move towards a new paradigm of love and care that truly brings about the well being of all peoples.
We will explore common needs and practice calling each other in with love and care. At the end of the gathering, we will talk about regular W-PAUSE Accountability groups