Turning the Lens on Microaggressions: Experiences and Interventions

About the Event

Friday, Jan. 19
6-7:15PM ET

virtual event; open to Girls Write Now mentor, staff, and peer-to-peer mentees. Required for mentors

You’ve most likely heard the phrase, “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” Sayings like this reinforce the belief that microaggressions are harmless. Though they may seem subtle, small, or less noticeable, and are often unintentional, microaggressions are damaging verbal or non-verbal behaviors based on factors such as race, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or other aspects of identity that convey negative or discriminatory messages towards marginalized groups.

As mentors, understanding and addressing microaggressions is crucial for creating inclusive and supportive environments. Led by facilitator Olivia Jayakar, this professional development session will engage mentors in a reflective process of intervening when either witnessing microaggressions or perpetuating them.

Join us for an illuminating session designed to empower both mentors and mentees to navigate conversations and relationships in new ways.