Created by Fiona Oliphant, Esq, '93 and facilitated by Tyree Oredein, DrPH, '98 and Jessica Strauss, LCSW-C, '77, this popular workshop is intended for both white and BIPOC Alums to grow and deepen their understanding of effective allyship in anti-racism work. We will explore in depth the most effective ways for white people to offer support, to intervene, to choose and execute action, with and in solidarity with BIPOC folx, and for BIPOC how to grow stronger allyship with one another. Through presentation and discussion, white alums will have the opportunity to challenge themselves: what is your motivation? what are you willing to give, and give up, to dismantle white supremacy? BIPOC are invited to explore their own growth in anti-racism activism and expectations for how others can best offer allyship to them.
This workshop is followed in alternating months by Interrupting Racism, a deeper dive and experiential session offered by the WAAT Team. Check wrji.org for future dates!
