05
March 2024

Challenging racial bias and racism in practice

Meetings
Online
Tuesday 5th March, 2024 - 14:00 to 16:00

About this event

This session will give you an in-depth understanding of various forms of racism, as well as racial bias and the issues affecting the black community in the context of the current climate and black history.

The event looks to assist organisations in identifying where and how practical and structural changes can be made to contribute to a positive impact. The event will also help to bring awareness in the context of the wider challenges marginalised communities face with health inequality.

Type of event

Small group workshop with active participation.

Who is this event for?

This event is for local Healthwatch staff and volunteers who want a greater understanding of racial bias and racism.

What will you learn?

The workshop will include the following themes:

  • Scene setting – global, national and locally relevant.
  • Anti-racism – what does this mean?
  • Privileges and responsibilities. This includes: exploring white privilege.
  • Racial bias - a focus on race and racism ‘challenging the isms’
  • Having difficult conversations about race. This includes definitions, terms and language.
  • Micro-racism: Micro-inequities and aggressions/behaviours.
  • Self-agency and becoming a ‘change agent’. This includes advice, guidance and tools in relation to identifying racial discrimination, harassment and bias.

Who is running this event?

This workshop will be delivered by the Diversity Trust

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