Race: The Power of an Illusion

This training is provided by an external consultant, and will use the three-part video series "Race: The Power of an Illusion" to explore the construct of race, how it has been used to channel benefits to those viewed as white, and why racial inequities persist.

By the end of the discussion you will be able to:

• Understand some differences between individual racism, institutional racism and structural racism
• Explore some of the historical roots of race, racism, whiteness and white privilege
• Examine beliefs about race, advantage, justice, and how these issues impact organizations and institutions
• Increase our awareness of King County's Fair and Just Ordinance-- one of the pillars of the King County Strategic Plan

Recognize institutional racism and white privilege within King County policies, practices, outcomes, and commit to exploring solutions that are specific to our work