September 8 and November 17 | This workshop will give participants opportunities to learn about gender and sexuality, and to examine how oppression hinders the creation of welcoming environments for LGBTQ+ people. We will also explore some of the enduring societal limits placed on empathy for LGBTQ+ people, and the steps non-LGBTQ+ people can do to reframe unjust social narratives about sexuality that damage everyone. Continue Reading
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Actors, Allies, and Accomplices & Disruption with Chianti Blackmon
November 11 & 12 |
These interactive workshops will engage participants in self-reflection and action planning to use privileged aspects of their identity to dismantle oppression. They will complete a self-assessment activity to determine whether their current actions in support of this social justice issue categorize them as actors, allies, or accomplices. This session should particularly benefit participants who are interested in using their privileged identities to grow in their advocacy for social justice. Continue Reading
The N-Word with RahK Lash
November 10 | 11am |
“Why do they get to say it but I don’t? Can I say it if it comes up in a song? Did they really deserve to lose their job for saying it?” From euphemism and endearment to cancel culture and invitations to the cookout, this space will explore the history, etymology, and usage of the N-word while delving into topics of pop culture, whiteness, the power of words in our communal responsibilities to each other. Continue Reading
Election Day 2020 Message
This Tuesday, millions of Americans will participate in, and await the outcome of the presidential election. As we approach the eve of another Election Day, let us take a moment to pause and reflect on the values that make this College special. Continue Reading
Can We Just Talk?
Every first Friday, every month | 6:30pm |
Sometimes we just need to talk it out. Join our monthly open discussion of issues and events at the national, regional, and local level. All are welcome and all voices are valued. Continue Reading
P.O.P Culture
November 12 | 5:30pm
This series of lectures and discussions will explore cultures of power, oppression, and privilege (P.O.P Culture) by first examining concepts of power and how they are wielded within systems of power. The remainder of the series will examine the systems of power in our own society, and their impact on culture, economics, and politics. All are welcome to join and contribute to this ongoing series! Continue Reading
Our Voice – Our Movement
September 9 | 11am
We no longer have the option to do nothing, but must collectively stand in opposition to all forms of discrimination and injustice nationwide and in our community. TCNJ takes a stand in solidarity with the communities we live and serve. Continue Reading
Hate Crime or Bias Incident?
Please join the Office of Institutional Equity & Compliance, Campus Police Services, and the Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office for an overview of bias crime law, how hate crimes differ from bias incidents, and what TCNJ is doing to reduce both. Continue Reading
Diversity Ed Series – How to Dialogue across Political Divides in a Polarized Time
March 11 | Education 115 | 12pm
The 2020 election season is a time to practice the essential skills of democratic engagement, but many of us have been taught to avoid talking politics at nearly any cost. But important conversations can’t only be had every four years. Do you want to maintain relationships with those you care about, even as the world feels increasingly divided? If so, join OIDEI and the Sustained Dialogue Institute for a highly interactive and fun 2-hour workshop focused on learning how to share and respond across serious political differences – without losing your colleagues, peers, friends and family. Continue Reading
Diversity Ed Series – Skills for Facilitating Conversations Across Difference
March 10 | Education 115 | 12pm
Have you ever witnessed a conversation go from debate to argument because of conflicting identities, opinions, or backgrounds in the room? This workshop focuses on the key “traps” that groups fall into when discussing topics like race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, regional divides, and socioeconomic status. If you are a student leader, student facing staff member, or faculty member who wants to ensure that you can direct these vital conversations towards productive ends, please join this interactive workshop facilitated by the Sustained Dialogue Institute. Continue Reading