WEEK 4 RECAP #1: What do you see as the value of affinity groups for Student Affairs Practice? by Nicole J. Harris, Ph.D. https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s en-us 2020-10-01 21:17:57 UTC 2020-10-03 15:25:27 UTC hello@padlet.com Inclusion https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796566392 They give students a sense of belonging in a space that may otherwise seem hostile to their identities. ]]> 2020-10-01 22:57:42 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796566392 #1 https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796566601 The value of affinity groups for Student Affairs practice is to provide students a safe space where they can feel comfortable. The affinity groups allow people of like identities to come together and have a place where they can be open and honest with one another. ]]> 2020-10-01 22:57:52 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796566601 Acknowledging the safety of our students https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796566668 2020-10-01 22:57:55 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796566668 Understanding these groups can have negative affects https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796566781 2020-10-01 22:58:01 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796566781 Affinity groups give students a safe space to come together, share ideas, share experiences and have conversations they may not have the ability to or feel safe enough to elsewhere https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796566798 2020-10-01 22:58:02 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796566798 Value https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796566799 I think that affinity groups give value and meaning to an identity that one holds making them feel included in a larger space and conversation being had. ]]> 2020-10-01 22:58:02 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796566799 They have the ability to provide students with the sense of support and ultimately comfortableness on campus. This sense of belonging can support the students success as a person and student. https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796567226 2020-10-01 22:58:19 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796567226 It creates a space for people to realize they're going though similar struggles. Sometimes it takes someone else understanding you to understand what you're thinking isn't just personal and with that then you have a group that can enact change. https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796567275 2020-10-01 22:58:21 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796567275 safe space and a place to speak in first draft https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796567287

]]> 2020-10-01 22:58:22 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796567287 samlimdeif https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796567352 Affinity groups offer a space for folx to openly share their experiences without having to worry about claims of illegitimacy or direct threats as a result of their identity.

]]> 2020-10-01 22:58:25 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796567352 https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796567383 I think it allows for the people within the group to be comfortable to explore new ideas in a safe place]]> 2020-10-01 22:58:26 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796567383 https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796567394 Affinity groups create space for students in oppressed groups to discuss their experiences without fear of being invalidated by their more privileged peers.]]> 2020-10-01 22:58:27 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796567394 Vulnerability https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796567608 By being in affinity groups, I felt I was able to be more honest and vulnerable. It was refreshing to connect with others who share a similar experience to vent/cope/share.]]> 2020-10-01 22:58:36 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796567608 Have safe, private discussions to come up with action steps or opportunities to involve the greater community https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796567745 2020-10-01 22:58:44 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796567745 Perspective https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796567992 2020-10-01 22:58:56 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796567992 Absolutely of value https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796568120 for folks that feel silenced in majority groups, it's crucial to provide spaces where they can speak their mind without external pressures

]]> 2020-10-01 22:59:03 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796568120 Affinity spaces can give students a space where they feel comfortable AND safe to talk about the experiences and struggles they have had and they won't feel judged but instead can come to a common consensus for action https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796568395 2020-10-01 22:59:14 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796568395 Comfortability in Vulnerability https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796568934 Affinity groups allow for those who share a similar identity to be open with sharing experiences that may be same for the whole group vs. feeling afraid of receiving judgement from those who definitely don't share those experiences 

]]> 2020-10-01 22:59:36 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796568934 Being able to see how these groups can negatively affect someone's views and development https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796569463 2020-10-01 23:00:03 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796569463 https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796570255 I think that affinity groups in higher education allow for students to have a smaller and at times more trusting environment to share with and be heard in]]> 2020-10-01 23:00:41 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796570255 https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796575111 I believe the value of affinity groups is for individuals who share the same identity to come together.]]> 2020-10-01 23:03:59 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796575111 Validates people's identity https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796582762 2020-10-01 23:09:39 UTC https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/796582762 https://padlet.com/NJHarrisphd/chqrdm044i0ht28s/wish/799813786 The ability to speak to a group of individuals who understand your background. We can speak our minds and not feel judged.

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