DEI Free Workshop Series

DEI: Diversity, equity and inclusion are three different but interconnected concepts. They work together to create an environment of respect and fairness. It involves initiatives promoting the equal access, opportunity, employment and sense of belonging of underrepresented people in the workplace and faith community.

The series consists of the following workshops:

Sunday, January 26, 2025 from 12:30pm-2pm

Socio-Economic Status and Race: The Conversations We Avoid

We will examine stereotypes about class and the systems that are obstacles to socio-economic advancement. We will then focus on racism and its negative impact on our society.

Sunday, February 2, 2025 from 12:30pm -2pm

Gender and Sexuality: What Are We So Afraid Of?

We will become more comfortable with the latest conversational terms connected to gender and sexuality and myths surrounding gender identity and sexuality are discussed and debunked.

Sunday, February 9, 2025 from 12:30pm-2pm

Implicit Bias and Microaggressions: More Than A Small Mistake

This workshop explains why we make uncomfortable mistakes and how we can take steps to recognize, confront, and hopefully begin to free ourselves from our own biases.

Sunday, February 16, 2025 from 12:30pm-2pm

Allies and Mentors: How To Use Advantage For Good

This workshop presents an action plan for using our secure position in society to uplift others. Participants look to where they have the most impact and how they can confront hate and bias.

Ambler Church of the Brethren is delighted to provide these workshops free of charge! Finances should not hinder this important work! We would love to know if you are coming to help us determine what meeting space is needed.

**Please note these workshops can be attended either in-person or virtually. If you would like to attend virtually please visit www.amblercob.org. On the home page you will find a green button linking to "AmblerCOB Virtual Room V". A monitored Zoom room will open 5 minutes before each scheduled workshop from that link.

Host or Publisher Ambler Church of the Brethren