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"White Privilege: Let's Talk"
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State Street Congregational Church, UCC
159 State Street Portland, ME 04101Description
Unpacking White Privilege
In these times of heightened racial tension, white women and men are gathering to unpack how being white accords privileges not granted to people of color. On a daily basis white Americans enjoy freedoms that they take for granted, including the freedom to live, eat, shop and spend their free time where they choose. These privileges are not always available to people of color.
By recognizing how society opens doors for whites that are often closed to people of color, we are in a position to be more understanding and empathetic in the face of racial differences. Handouts and film clips included.
We will use materials from the "White Privilege: Let's Talk" curriculum that is published by the United Church of Christ, a progressive Christian denomination that is dedicated to working for justice. The curriculum is rooted in transformational dialogue. For more information about it, click HERE.
NOTE: This class will meet from 6 - 8 PM on six consecutive Tuesday nights, starting on October 17 and ending on November 21. (We hope to finish by 7:30, but due to the converations we'll have, we may run until 8 PM on some nights.) Due to the fact that the class emphasizes conversation and dialogue, we hope that everyone who registers can commit to attending at least 5 out of the 6 sessions.
FAQs
What are my parking options for this class?
Please look for on-street parking in and around State Street Church.
How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
If you have questions about this class, please contact Alyssa by clicking on the word "Contact" underneath the following information box about the Organizer.
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seek to learn and to follow the teachings of Jesus. In that spirit, we welcome all persons in all their fullness including their race, their gender, their creed, their sexual orientation, their family status, their age, their physical and their mental abilities.