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What do you imagine are the actual and potential benefits of a courageous conversation about diversity and inclusion?

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What do you imagine are the actual and potential benefits of a courageous conversation about diversity and inclusion?

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When might you engage in a courageous conversation about diversity and inclusion?

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When might you engage in a courageous conversation about diversity and inclusion?

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Which interruption strategy will you practice and use to interrupt racism in the future? Why did you choose this strategy to promote equity through conversations?

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Which interruption strategy will you practice and use to interrupt racism in the future? Why did you choose this strategy to promote equity through conversations?

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How do you currently have conversations with colleagues to help them address biases that they may not see currently?

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How do you currently have conversations with colleagues to help them address biases that they may not see currently?

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What is your personal goal for a courageous conversation interrupting racism? In other words, what is your "why" for interrupting?

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What is your personal goal for a courageous conversation interrupting racism? In other words, what is your "why" for interrupting?

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Actual benefits
-change in culture of ignorance

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When...
-seeking to understand
-learning about anything that is not a personal experience
-when making a mistake, being willing to apologize and admit own lack of knowledge

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Question: "lean in" vs "lean out".
Through questions we are seeking to understand. Also, leads to further conversations.

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Either in the moment or after reflection

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promote understanding, the world becomes a better place for one person at a time. It helps with problem solving and moving forward.

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This is such an important and complex subject, but I appreciated in the video how he presented to not overthink these questions or topics with others, but to have curiosity in heartfelt way.  This idea and way of being takes the pressure off of worrying about offending someone and still wanting to grow and learn.

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This is such an important and complex subject, but I appreciated in the video how he presented to not overthink these questions or topics with others, but to have curiosity in heartfelt way.  This idea and way of being takes the pressure off of worrying about offending someone and still wanting to grow and learn.

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When words or actions negatively impact students, we would engage in a courageous conversation.

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Be prepared

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To acknowledge and educate

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When you question, you promote self reflection and you provide the opportunity for someone to initiate their own personal growth vs. feeling forced to confront their biases.

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Actual: Creating an environment where even one student feels heard and seen!

Potential: students sharing their acceptance and inclusionary practices with each other outside of the classroom

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Interrupt and educate, as appropriate for our audience.

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Interrupt and educate, as appropriate for our audience.

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We know we are in a safe place to have open conversations without judgement to help us navigate our new understandings and/or questions.

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We know we are in a safe place to have open conversations without judgement to help us navigate our new understandings and/or questions.

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Helping all people feel safe and comfortable in the space where they are.

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Helping all people feel safe and comfortable in the space where they are.

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We would use the strategy of interruption due to developmental appropriateness of this topic in a kindergarten classroom.

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speak up or ask for clarification

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Actual:
Immediate response to racism allows a targeted individual to feel validated and emotionally safe.

Potential:
Possibility of someone realizing a bias that they have and them becoming more aware with future conversations and interactions.

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We would engage in a courageous conversation when observing or involved in a situation that is racially motivated.

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I digress...

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By interrupting and asking questions as to where their bias came from, we hope to stop further damage and to encourage reflection and growth in the person with the misunderstanding or hatred.

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Everyone is different, and that's what makes this world beautiful. Standing up for diversity and inclusion allows everyone to be their own person and understand that we're all here to live life to the fullest. People can also be given the opportunity to see things from a different perspective and learn how to treat one another with kindness instead of judgement.

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I would want to talk with my students in the classroom about inclusion and how they want to have people treat them. Helping them understand that just because someone looks different, doesn't mean that they are lesser or better. Starting this mindset at a young age helps them develop the courage to stand up for other people.

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Keep having conversations even conversations that are challenging in a respectful way.

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We foster an emotionally safe environment that allows difficult conversations to be had while maintaining mutual respect.

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Whenever there is a need to promote understanding, respect, and fairness for individuals with diverse backgrounds. Situations which may include individuals working together and co-existing in a professional environment. Conversations about diversity and inclusion are important to have in order to address issues related to discrimination, prejudice, and bias to create a more inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Additionally, discussing diversity can help promote awareness and understanding of different cultures, experiences, and perspectives.

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Our why for interrupting racism is to allow children to thrive without race predicting their life outcome. By interrupting we hope to stop racism and promote more inclusive interactions.

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I want to use the strategy of asking them why they feel the way they feel. By doing so, the attention is still on them and they feel like they still have control over the conversation. They may also ask you why you are challenging them and you can take that window to share your thoughts and be an advocate for the students that need you.

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The simplest way is to ask them the question, "Why?" And continue asking questions that helps them see how there could be a potential bias and work through how to make it stop.

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When I speak up for my own personal beliefs and perception of diversity and inclusion even if it goes against typical belief and conversation

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When I speak up for my own personal beliefs and perception of diversity and inclusion even if it goes against typical belief and conversation

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Interrupting someone's thoughts about racism helps stop the person in the middle of their thought. By stopping them, you can prevent any emotional damage that may occur. Also, you are able to challenge their thoughts and get to the root of why they think that way.