https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a en-us 2020-10-06 21:09:53 UTC 2026-02-01 09:51:09 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808442366 I believe that affinity groups allow individuals a chance to be heard and share a safe space to have discussion. ]]> 2020-10-06 21:19:51 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808442366 https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808442382 The value of affinity groups for educators is having students feel comfortable in the school because they have a community and this can help engagement in the classroom. ]]> 2020-10-06 21:19:51 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808442382 https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808442435 It allows us to share our experiences with others in our affinity group who shares a common identity. A form of safe space]]> 2020-10-06 21:19:53 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808442435 https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808442546 It allows students to share thoughts and ideas with people who identify similar to them. Students are able to think of ways they may be able to create change and empowers confidence within each other within there affinity groups.]]> 2020-10-06 21:19:57 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808442546 caitlinprovost https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808442799 They provide a safer environment and give students a sense of belonging. It is also a good reminder for peers and adults to be aware of their privileges.]]> 2020-10-06 21:20:06 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808442799 mnicholson22 https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808442815 It allows students that have similar backgrounds or views to come together and share and relate and build connections with.]]> 2020-10-06 21:20:07 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808442815 https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808442833 Gives us the opportunity to talk and relate to people similar to us]]> 2020-10-06 21:20:07 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808442833 https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808442892 Safe space for individuals to share personal info. Everyone in the group can relate to the others which makes it special. Students can let their guard down and feel empowered by one another. ]]> 2020-10-06 21:20:09 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808442892 https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808442910 Giving students a voice in school and the chance to connect with others]]> 2020-10-06 21:20:10 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808442910 https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808443011 They allow students to be able to talk to other students about experiences/backgrounds]]> 2020-10-06 21:20:14 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808443011 https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808443053 It allows students to be able to talk and share experiences with those of the same affinity group. ]]> 2020-10-06 21:20:15 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808443053 https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808443125 The affinity groups allow people to share their experiences with people who have similar backgrounds/experiences to them so they feel safe to speak their truth]]> 2020-10-06 21:20:17 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808443125 https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808443219 Being able to understand one another and their background is important to building connections and establishing relationships]]> 2020-10-06 21:20:20 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808443219 https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808443245 Affinity groups can help provide opportunities for people who share similar identities and experiences. Affinity groups can sometimes be very beneficial when someone identifies as a minority. ]]> 2020-10-06 21:20:21 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808443245 https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808444004 Affinity groups allow us to connect with others who have similar identities to us. It also allows us to connect with people who have a different identity than our own.]]> 2020-10-06 21:20:50 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808444004 https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808444051 I think there is value in affinity groups for educators, If students are in an affinity group they are more likely to be comfortable in the classroom and easier to teach. I also think as an educator they will be easier to approach because they will most likely be similar people in the group.

]]> 2020-10-06 21:20:52 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808444051 https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808444453 Allows places for students to reflect on aspects of school life that are not just and to do something about it.]]> 2020-10-06 21:21:08 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808444453 https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/8n859ebeu0zbvo0a/wish/808445847 Being able to hear different points of views from different affinity groups is important for social growth and allows us to connect with those in our own affinity groups. 

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