WHY LANGUAGE
MATTERS
120 MINUTES
VIRTUAL & IN-PERSON
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This workshop invites you to recognize that words matter, particularly in the journey for creating true equitable inclusive spaces. We will discuss humanizing language that acknowledges people's circumstances without defining them by the same. We recognize the power of words to influence the lives of people and will be intentional about minimizing stigma, acknowledging harm, and recognizing the people within places.
WORKSHOP STRUCTURE
Topics Discussed
Reviewing alternatives to harmful language
Open dialogue around how language can reduce communities to only the challenges, while concealing the systemic forces that caused them
Discussing how we talk about people and the places we live
Workshop Format
Checkin’s & journal prompts
Group discussion
Breakout groups with 2-4 people
Mindfulness activities