Anti-Racism Workshop: Summary of Findings

This interactive report summarizes the key findings from the recent workshop. It highlights the group's collective strengths, identifies opportunities for deeper learning, and showcases the forward-looking commitments made by participants. Use the navigation above or scroll to explore the data.

Part 1: Areas of Strong Shared Understanding

The group demonstrated a strong grasp of foundational anti-racism concepts. This shared vocabulary is a critical asset for future work. The following visualizations showcase the high consensus on core terminology and the empathetic, constructive approaches identified in group scenarios.

Core Terminology Proficiency

Scenario 1: Pronouns & A New Member

Participants analyzed a scenario where a new member questioned the group's practice of sharing pronouns.

Identified Issues

Proposed Solutions

The top solutions focused on constructive dialogue and education over punitive action, demonstrating a desire for restorative approaches.

Scenario 2: A Harmful "Joke"

Participants reacted to a scenario involving a racially insensitive joke made during a social gathering.

Identified Impacts

Proposed Solutions

Solutions overwhelmingly prioritized a "care-first" approach: checking in with the harmed individual before addressing the person who made the joke.

Part 2: Key Growth Opportunities

The workshop also highlighted several nuanced topics where understanding was mixed. These are not weaknesses, but prime opportunities for targeted discussion and deeper learning, moving the group from general awareness to more actionable clarity.

Cultural Appropriation vs. Appreciation

67% misidentified this concept, the most significant clarification area. This highlights a valuable opportunity to discuss the nuances between harmful appropriation and respectful appreciation.

Appreciation

Engaging with a culture as a respectful guest, with permission, context, and a focus on learning and mutual understanding.

Appropriation

Taking elements from a marginalized culture without permission, often stripping them of context, for personal gain or aesthetic.

Equity vs. Justice

A 50/50 split shows the group sees these as related but distinct. This is a key area to build upon.

Equity

The act of addressing immediate disparity by providing tailored resources. (e.g., giving laptops only to students who need them).

Justice

Systemic change that fixes the underlying reasons for the disparity. (e.g., changing laws to ensure internet for all).

Advocacy vs. Allyship

Participants leaned toward Advocacy (68%). This opens a discussion on moving from "speaking for" to "acting with."

Allyship

A person with privilege taking action *in solidarity with* and *alongside* a marginalized person, without speaking over them.

Advocacy

The act of speaking *for* someone or a cause, often from one's own position of power or influence.

Diversity vs. Inclusion

In an example of Diversity, 70% chose Inclusion, showing the terms are often conflated.

Diversity

The "what." The mix of people—their backgrounds, identities, and perspectives. (Invited to the party).

Inclusion

The "how." The actions and behaviors that make the mix feel valued and work well. (Asked to dance).

Understanding Colorblind Racism

While 72% correctly identified it, the concept can be counter-intuitive. An opportunity exists to explore why the seemingly positive statement "I don't see race" can be harmful by erasing lived experiences and ignoring systemic barriers.

Part 3: Commitments to Action

The workshop concluded with participants making specific, actionable commitments. The data shows a strong focus on interpersonal growth and education, which provides a powerful foundation for broader, systemic change. Click on a category in the chart to see example commitments.

Participant Commitments

Select a category from the chart to view specific commitments made by the group. This shows where the collective energy for change is currently focused.