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We may get stuck or emotionally charged and struggle to move the work.

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My fear is that our work doesn’t continue to move and that our colleagues that need to do this work most don’t even come to the table! Hana Mosa

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Fear of the unknown

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My fear is that

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Fear - that people won't take a learner's stance.  They won't want to get uncomfortable

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Fear - that people won't take a learner's stance.  They won't want to get uncomfortable

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That we can't see past the conversations to get true change in ourselves

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That we can't see past the conversations to get true change in ourselves

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That we can go forward with the work to dismantle the system.

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That we can go forward with the work to dismantle the system.

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That everything stays the same. That we stay stagnant.

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I hope we see actual, sustainable positive change for our children (Michelle)

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I hope we see actual, sustainable positive change for our children (Michelle)

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that our discussions will stay insular and will not transcend to beyond our affinity group.  

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that our discussions will stay insular and will not transcend to beyond our affinity group.  

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I fear sharing my truth and experience and being left with no support. 

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I fear sharing my truth and experience and being left with no support. 

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That people won't really say what's on their minds

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That people won't really say what's on their minds

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Having some groups intimidate and quiet other voices with micro-aggressions- in this space and out

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I hope these conversations change how we show up for our Black and Brown students and families.

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To share my experiences, responses, and perspectives, in a safe space with colleagues.

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To share my experiences, responses, and perspectives, in a safe space with colleagues.

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I am fearful that I don't have the tools I need to support my colleagues on this journey.
Lauren K.

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That it doesn't lead to real and sustained changes in our work and school spaces

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I have a fear that this will become just another PD.

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hope to improve my racial self  awareness

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One of my fears is dealing with the ignorance of my fellow white people who have not had the experiences that allow them to have honest conversations about race. 

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One of my fears is dealing with the ignorance of my fellow white people who have not had the experiences that allow them to have honest conversations about race. 

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To understand my role more clearly and how I can do my part more effectively.

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There will be a lack of understanding if people disagree

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There will be a lack of understanding if people disagree

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to be able to explore issues of shared identity and experiences

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to be able to explore issues of shared identity and experiences

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Hopes are that we all have
breakthroughs here and share with others.

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That it won't change anything..that the system will protect those in privlege from having to face the unfairness of being black in America.

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That it won't change anything..that the system will protect those in privlege from having to face the unfairness of being black in America.

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I hope to have honest and collaborative conversations that lead to tangible next steps for me as a white woman but also in the ways that I work with and lead teachers.

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I hope to have honest and collaborative conversations that lead to tangible next steps for me as a white woman but also in the ways that I work with and lead teachers.

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My fears are that someone in their whiteness will report this group when the work gets hard and the topics get tough.

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To engage in conversation that I can take back to my community and discuss with those around me

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To engage in conversation that I can take back to my community and discuss with those around me

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transparency, rigorous and deep self and group reflection

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transparency, rigorous and deep self and group reflection

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Sharing ideas and finding common grounds

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Sharing ideas and finding common grounds

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I hope to gain a better understanding of how to be a part of a race conversation where one day affinity spaces will not be necessary 

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I hope to gain a better understanding of how to be a part of a race conversation where one day affinity spaces will not be necessary 

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Being judged for comments I may not realize as a white woman that I am hurting someone unintentionally.

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I hope the Black Affinity Group is rooted in creating and holding space for black educators to share what they're feeling, thinking, and reacting to, without the burden or weight of having to "take action" Additionally, my hope is that this does not become a fleeting exercise, but that we engage in sustainable long term discussions
-Ty

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I know I stumble over using the best terminology or hesitate when I am speaking about communities of color. In a racial affinity space, I  may be able to reflect more about why I do this. 

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I know I stumble over using the best terminology or hesitate when I am speaking about communities of color. In a racial affinity space, I  may be able to reflect more about why I do this. 

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I work with amazing men and women of color and I sever the families and students. To honor my colleagues and the community I support I want to be informed and active in anti racism.

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I work with amazing men and women of color and I sever the families and students. To honor my colleagues and the community I support I want to be informed and active in anti racism.

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My concerns are that people won't be completely honest. 

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My concerns are that people won't be completely honest. 

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That people will say what they think others want to hear or what they are supposed to say for the sake of saving face (Michelle)

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That people will say what they think others want to hear or what they are supposed to say for the sake of saving face (Michelle)

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Talk in a safe space of hopes and fears, learn from my peers on how to lead the charge. The doors are open now we need to walk through them. now before they close.

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To get a better understanding of my own cultural/race connection

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To get a better understanding of my own cultural/race connection

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A a white person, my hope is to continue participating in courageous conversations to become more comfortable talking about race. 

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A a white person, my hope is to continue participating in courageous conversations to become more comfortable talking about race. 

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I hope to collectively work to remove the institutionalized barriers our black and brown children experience everyday.

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We will have genuine conversations around the role that race plays in education

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We will have genuine conversations around the role that race plays in education

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That judgment will impact participants from being honest. For others to not meet people where they are, and for questions/platform not to be available for others to be pushed and grow.

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I fear that I may have said or done something to offend someone, or that I still might do this without intending to,

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I fear that I may have said or done something to offend someone, or that I still might do this without intending to,

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A fear that I have around being in a racial affinity group is opening up to vulnerability.

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That the same people will be the ones speaking up / sharing - Kaitlyn R. 

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That the same people will be the ones speaking up / sharing - Kaitlyn R. 

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Sharpen my racial equity lens and foster collaboration within an among affinity groups... There is an urgent need for this work. We will get further together.

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To learn tools and strategies to use my white privilege to be actively anti-racist

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To learn tools and strategies to use my white privilege to be actively anti-racist

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I hope to get more comfortable being uncomfortable - Kaitlyn R. 

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I hope to get more comfortable being uncomfortable - Kaitlyn R. 

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To learn more about the black experience and support the movement.

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I hope to engage in difficult conversations.

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I hope to engage in difficult conversations.

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That this opens up lines of honest and direct communication about the impact of race on our work and our lives

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I actually feel power when I am in racial affinity groups because I believe individual  join these meetings- they actually want to do the work of equity and Access for all.

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My hopes for being in a racial affinity space is to gain the tools necessary to continue these uncomfortable conversations beyond the group.

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Honest, genuine space where we can learn and grow from one another and further develop tools that allow us to impact change.

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That we all learn from each other, and grow together respectfully.

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That people will feel more apart than together

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That people will feel more apart than together

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I hope to strive towards an anti-racist work environment, and understand the lived experiences of the students and communities we serve so we can make better decisions 

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I hope to strive towards an anti-racist work environment, and understand the lived experiences of the students and communities we serve so we can make better decisions 

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I hope we can have the open conversations about race and its impact on our community and students, so that we can disrupt the disappointing outcomes we get with our Black and Brown students

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I hope we can have the open conversations about race and its impact on our community and students, so that we can disrupt the disappointing outcomes we get with our Black and Brown students

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I hope that the groups are able to provide the support and/or learning the members need to equip our team with the tools to truly be an anti-racist organization. Lauren K.

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That we won't be vulnerable and speak our own truths

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That we won't be vulnerable and speak our own truths

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I hope we can find support and engage in some healing.  As a Black woman, I acknowledge that we are hurting and need each others' support to keep engaging.

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A save space to talk open and honestly about race

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A save space to talk open and honestly about race

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As a group we will make progress in this work.  I want to reach a deeper understanding of who I am in this work. Ultimately, I want to rejoin the larger group and larger conversation where we can build community and create the change that is so desperately needed

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As a group we will make progress in this work.  I want to reach a deeper understanding of who I am in this work. Ultimately, I want to rejoin the larger group and larger conversation where we can build community and create the change that is so desperately needed

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People will be open minded and tolerant to listen to each other

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People will be open minded and tolerant to listen to each other

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My fear is these conversations will not live beyond these walls and will dull as momentum dulls

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My fear is these conversations will not live beyond these walls and will dull as momentum dulls

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To openly discuss issues of race in a critical space that will work to push our thinking as a group, with the end of coming together with comrades in other affinity spaces to dismantle and end racism/white supremacy/anti-blackness

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To openly discuss issues of race in a critical space that will work to push our thinking as a group, with the end of coming together with comrades in other affinity spaces to dismantle and end racism/white supremacy/anti-blackness

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As a white female educator, I hope to learn more about how I can unlearn some of the ways that I was socialized around race which may have a negative impact on how I support students, fellow educators, and work with my colleagues.

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As a white female educator, I hope to learn more about how I can unlearn some of the ways that I was socialized around race which may have a negative impact on how I support students, fellow educators, and work with my colleagues.

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work out the "White" attribution to Arab (or Middle Eastern) origin and connect affirmation of that identity to affirmation of black identities in the way we work in BCO and in our schools.

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To have open honest conversation that leads to change

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To have open honest conversation that leads to change

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My hope is that white people will have hard conversations and be open to the needed changes,  acknowledge white privilege, and racial inequities.

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Is to be part of an brave, open space where I can engage in deep, reflective conversations to unpack my racial experiences and strengthen my identity and self-concept as an anti-racist white man. (Travis)

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To here different thoughts and opinions on matters of racial equity

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To here different thoughts and opinions on matters of racial equity

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My hopes are to be provided with an open and honest space we I can speak comfortably about race 

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My hopes are to be provided with an open and honest space we I can speak comfortably about race 

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My hope is that as an organization we collectively move this very important work of breaking down racial barriers so that our students reach their full potential.  My hope is that all of our students in the Bronx have teachers that believe in their potential.  Lastly, my hope is that as an organization we hold each other accountable to not remain silent and advocate for our black and brown students.  I also hope to continue to learn and grow as an individual. Hana Mosa 

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My hope is that as an organization we collectively move this very important work of breaking down racial barriers so that our students reach their full potential.  My hope is that all of our students in the Bronx have teachers that believe in their potential.  Lastly, my hope is that as an organization we hold each other accountable to not remain silent and advocate for our black and brown students.  I also hope to continue to learn and grow as an individual. Hana Mosa 