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7/13 White Fragility Book Discussion

White Fragility Book Discussion

Monday, July 13th, 2020

12:00 PM - 01:00 PM

Other
WebEx

The New York Times best-selling book exploring the counterproductive reactions white people have when their assumptions about race are challenged, and how these reactions maintain racial inequality. Participants will discuss the ideas presented in the book, reflect on how white people can build capacity on race, and begin to develop skills engage more constructively in the on-going work towards racial justice.

This is a weekly discussion series on Mondays from 12pm-1pm beginning June 29 through August 10, with the exception of July 6. There are a limited amount of spaces and e-books will be available on a first come, first served basis. Please confirm that you are able to commit to the full series prior to filling out the registration form.

Registration can be found at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WhiteFragilitySummer20

Registration deadline is June 19th.

Contact Information: Kathy Fischer at kathy.fischer@uconn.edu
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7/17 Introduction To White Fragility And Starting Conversations On Racism

Introduction To White Fragility And Starting Conversations On Racism

Friday, July 17th, 2020

12:00 PM - 01:00 PM

Other
Zoom

Are you struggling with how to start conversations on racism? Are you looking for ways to be part of the solution? Join us for a discussion on exploring whiteness and how to begin to take action as a white person in response to the calls from people of color to make meaningful change.

NOTE: This is not a book discussion. This discussion is intended for folx who are NEW to conversations about racism. There will be group beginning later this month for folx who are looking to continue to learn, be accountable and further these discussions. Details will be forthcoming.

Space is limited. Please register at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/IntroRaceDiscussion no later than 7/16. A link will be sent to all registrants.

Co-sponsored with the Rainbow Center, Asian American Cultural Center, African American Cultural Center, and the Puerto Rican Latin American Cultural Center.

Contact Information: Kathy Fischer at kathy.fischer@uconn.edu
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7/20 White Fragility Book Discussion

White Fragility Book Discussion

Monday, July 20th, 2020

12:00 PM - 01:00 PM

Other
WebEx

The New York Times best-selling book exploring the counterproductive reactions white people have when their assumptions about race are challenged, and how these reactions maintain racial inequality. Participants will discuss the ideas presented in the book, reflect on how white people can build capacity on race, and begin to develop skills engage more constructively in the on-going work towards racial justice.

This is a weekly discussion series on Mondays from 12pm-1pm beginning June 29 through August 10, with the exception of July 6. There are a limited amount of spaces and e-books will be available on a first come, first served basis. Please confirm that you are able to commit to the full series prior to filling out the registration form.

Registration can be found at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WhiteFragilitySummer20

Registration deadline is June 19th.

Contact Information: Kathy Fischer at kathy.fischer@uconn.edu
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7/27 White Fragility Book Discussion

White Fragility Book Discussion

Monday, July 27th, 2020

12:00 PM - 01:00 PM

Other
WebEx

The New York Times best-selling book exploring the counterproductive reactions white people have when their assumptions about race are challenged, and how these reactions maintain racial inequality. Participants will discuss the ideas presented in the book, reflect on how white people can build capacity on race, and begin to develop skills engage more constructively in the on-going work towards racial justice.

This is a weekly discussion series on Mondays from 12pm-1pm beginning June 29 through August 10, with the exception of July 6. There are a limited amount of spaces and e-books will be available on a first come, first served basis. Please confirm that you are able to commit to the full series prior to filling out the registration form.

Registration can be found at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WhiteFragilitySummer20

Registration deadline is June 19th.

Contact Information: Kathy Fischer at kathy.fischer@uconn.edu
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8/3 White Fragility Book Discussion

White Fragility Book Discussion

Monday, August 3rd, 2020

12:00 PM - 01:00 PM

Other
WebEx

The New York Times best-selling book exploring the counterproductive reactions white people have when their assumptions about race are challenged, and how these reactions maintain racial inequality. Participants will discuss the ideas presented in the book, reflect on how white people can build capacity on race, and begin to develop skills engage more constructively in the on-going work towards racial justice.

This is a weekly discussion series on Mondays from 12pm-1pm beginning June 29 through August 10, with the exception of July 6. There are a limited amount of spaces and e-books will be available on a first come, first served basis. Please confirm that you are able to commit to the full series prior to filling out the registration form.

Registration can be found at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WhiteFragilitySummer20

Registration deadline is June 19th.

Contact Information: Kathy Fischer at kathy.fischer@uconn.edu
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8/10 White Fragility Book Discussion

White Fragility Book Discussion

Monday, August 10th, 2020

12:00 PM - 01:00 PM

Other
WebEx

The New York Times best-selling book exploring the counterproductive reactions white people have when their assumptions about race are challenged, and how these reactions maintain racial inequality. Participants will discuss the ideas presented in the book, reflect on how white people can build capacity on race, and begin to develop skills engage more constructively in the on-going work towards racial justice.

This is a weekly discussion series on Mondays from 12pm-1pm beginning June 29 through August 10, with the exception of July 6. There are a limited amount of spaces and e-books will be available on a first come, first served basis. Please confirm that you are able to commit to the full series prior to filling out the registration form.

Registration can be found at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WhiteFragilitySummer20

Registration deadline is June 19th.

Contact Information: Kathy Fischer at kathy.fischer@uconn.edu
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