Colorblindness

not possible!

*naïve

pretending everything’s OK

just

aspirational

MLK’s Content of Character quote

being able to see beyond skin color

ignoring

+/-

children (?)

Is this the goal? Or to be color aware and OK with difference?

before you know any different (i.e. kids)

it’s OK to see color

Affinity Groups

safe

isolating?

social club

double dip both safe + isolating

boring?

excluding ü

affirming

ever-fragmenting

easy

continuing the problem?

comforting: people who understand your experience üü

boundaries/belonging

Social Microaggressions

subtle racism

part of everyday life

trying to fit in

trying to be nice

misunderstanding at times?

effects accumulating over time

“Can I touch your hair?” ü  (kid asked today!!)

inquisitive? (kids)

some are intentional/some are clumsy

ignorance – can be the result of

historical

pervasive

Am I guilty?

White privilege

entitlement

guilt

opportunity to be an ally?

backpack full of unearned benefits

uncomfortable

unjust

unaware

unfair

perception

apologetic

excuse

needs to be redressed through societal change

not noticing the “privilege”

should not be privilege on either side

It is a fact.

Multiculturalism

term in danger of becoming a cliché

many cultures, all valued

box of crayons

learn from others

a rich life ü

agree, diversity leads to a richer life

understanding and acceptance of all cultures

different but all ok

not boring but challenging

learn and grow

embracing diversity

cliché?

respect

GSFS – full of cultures