This training will provide a beginner’s introduction to equity, diversity, and challenging oppression where participants will discuss:

• What is oppression and positionality in society?
• Who are marginalized groups?
• What is anti-oppression and why does it matter?
• How you can start practicing anti-oppression in everyday life?
• Where you can go for support with equity issues in the community?

Learning Outcomes:

At the end of the session participants can:

• Summarize the concepts of oppression and positionality in society
• Identify marginalized communities in our society
• Scrutinize their own positions of power, privilege, and marginalization 
• Propose strategies for navigating incidences of discrimination or harm when they occur
• Recall community supports that they can go to for help