Racial Affinity AB/AR by Kristy Colyer https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws Made with charisma en-us 2021-02-22 22:54:35 UTC 2026-02-10 23:48:51 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247203573 I haven't personally experienced racism but I have witnessed some. People would be making fun of specific groups as a joke and I would stand up and say that what you're saying is wrong]]> 2021-02-26 21:48:32 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247203573 https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247216575 Racism is all around us unfortunately and in order for racism to go away people need to be aware of what they say as well as their thoughts.]]> 2021-02-26 21:54:34 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247216575 https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247221568 It will definietly make us more self aware]]> 2021-02-26 21:56:38 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247221568 More Aware... https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247306617 Enlightened]]> 2021-02-26 22:44:33 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247306617 supported & validated https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247307074 2021-02-26 22:44:51 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247307074 I didnt realize how powerful and healing these groups could be. https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247307439 2021-02-26 22:45:06 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247307439 https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247307571 I think the affinity group help me realize it's OK to be me in my own skin. We all have a story that has caused us pain when it comes to dealing with race. We need to make a change on how we view ourselves for the next generation to not feel shame of their race. 

]]> 2021-02-26 22:45:12 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247307571 To be able to talk and listen about racism is very important. It is a sensitive and difficult topic, but a needed one. https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247307653 2021-02-26 22:45:15 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247307653 Empathy https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247307824 Hearing all of our hurts from not fitting in the box pre-assigned to us, it drives home the importance of ensuring we aren't creating and placing people into perception boxes.]]> 2021-02-26 22:45:22 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247307824 I feel blessed that we work in a very welcoming environment here at HUSD https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247307861 2021-02-26 22:45:23 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247307861 I appreciated the open dialogue. Speaking and sharing ones experience is something that makes things sometimes sensitive, but I'm glad that my experience was a positive one. Everyone's journey is something to be appreciated and acknowledged. https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247308365 2021-02-26 22:45:45 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247308365 Affinity Groups https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247308655 I enjoyed talking with people who understand the struggle.  The struggle is real to become successful being a person of color.

]]> 2021-02-26 22:45:57 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247308655 https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247308675 It's good to talk to others to see how they feel or think.]]> 2021-02-26 22:45:57 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247308675 uncomfortable https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247308861 2021-02-26 22:46:05 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247308861 Affinity Groups nwright42 https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247309201 I really enjoyed the time to read and have the space to think individually. Then be able to share in affinity groups, was so HELPFUL. I was uncomfortable by the idea, but ended up loving the conversation. It allowed me to share and learn from others.

]]> 2021-02-26 22:46:14 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247309201 Our racial affinity groups can build bridges. We are different but we are alike in many ways. I enjoyed meeting other coworkers whom I generally don't associate with. https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247309400 2021-02-26 22:46:23 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247309400 https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247309415 I think it is important to have open discussions about what people of different racial backgrounds encounter as we can learn and heal by analyzing the experiences of others.]]> 2021-02-26 22:46:24 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247309415 It is important to be open and value each person's opinion. Each one is entitled to their feelings, and we have to take things one at a time and look at people with kindness and openness. Saying that one person is "making a big deal" or "overreacting" is something that is not valuing the person's feelings. https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247309566 2021-02-26 22:46:29 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247309566 I would hope we get to have the same discussion in Mixed Race Groups as well. https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247309695 2021-02-26 22:46:34 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247309695 We needed more time in our affinity group. https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247309980 2021-02-26 22:46:45 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247309980 It was interesting to see so many words that were the same in the waterfall excercise sf210 https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247310273 2021-02-26 22:46:57 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247310273 https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247310291 Self Check for any Implicit Bias on a daily basis

]]> 2021-02-26 22:46:58 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247310291 Racism is an emotional topic, it hurts that it effect people who we care about. https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247310512 2021-02-26 22:47:06 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247310512 https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247310713 I have experienced racism, it is a very traumatic thing to go through. It also has allowed me to have real thoughtful conversations with others about race. Race can be viewed as black and white, but racism exists in all cultures and backgrounds. I feel comfortable talking about race due to my experiences, it has given me the ability to share with others. ]]> 2021-02-26 22:47:13 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247310713 I like the safe space to be put in an affinity group but I am disheartened that as always its white and OTHER, folks who identify as BIPOC are always OTHER and that needs to change. sf210 https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247312212 2021-02-26 22:48:06 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247312212 I work with various nationalities, and I fell comfortable with all of them. https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247312648 2021-02-26 22:48:23 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247312648 Purpose and encouraged to move forward in my Anti racist learning and teaching nwright42 https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247312680 2021-02-26 22:48:24 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247312680 I Felt that this was useful. I think I could identity with a couple of the affinity groups in my life's journey. https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247312772 2021-02-26 22:48:29 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247312772 I am truly thankful for all that have shared their stories with me today. To be vulnerable is a hard thing to do and I appreciate them for opening up. https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247313073 2021-02-26 22:48:42 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247313073 Confused - why does everyone have to be labeled? https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247313143 2021-02-26 22:48:44 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247313143 https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247313480 It's great to hear what other people like you think and have experienced in their lives that have either molded their thoughts on racial bias.]]> 2021-02-26 22:48:58 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247313480 Multi-Layered https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247313550 These small groups were helpful in the sense of taking away some layers of challenge in discussion. Helped emphasize the differences in opinions and experiences of “people of color”. We are all individuals with varied experiences.]]> 2021-02-26 22:49:00 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247313550 https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247314400 We have all felt some level of racism at some time. ]]> 2021-02-26 22:49:37 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247314400 The trainings have allowed us to meet new folks in the district and see what a diverse community we belong to. I especially feel glad that I work on a team of women who are from minority groups and that they are in a position of leadership. sf210 https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247314701 2021-02-26 22:49:50 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247314701 https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247315135 Sense of release ]]> 2021-02-26 22:50:08 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247315135 I feel that in my life experiencing racism , it has made me more empathetic towards others, and to be more sensitive towards others feelings, and cultures. Not to judge others based on color or stereotypes and educating myself. https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247315813 2021-02-26 22:50:37 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247315813 There is still a lot of work to be done, especially because it is a matter of changing people's mindset. Feeling both hopeful as well as discouraged. Trying to choose small goals for myself instead of trying to change the mindset of the whole community/humankind. https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247316233 2021-02-26 22:50:55 UTC https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247316233 https://padlet.com/kcolyer2/yviy5xkqbkhkurws/wish/1247320505 there are things I will never understand because of my skin color, I will never experience them.  How do I help change how others think about race when I don't agree with what they say or feel, I have always voiced when i feel things aren't right but how do I make a bigger impact?

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