Understanding and Addressing Implicit Bias Workshop

Facilitated by: Maria Suarez (she/her), Community Teen Director with the YMCA of WNC

Join us for an engaging and interactive workshop designed to explore implicit bias and its effects on personal interactions, decision-making, and community relationships. This session offers a safe and supportive environment to reflect, learn, and take actionable steps toward fostering a more inclusive and equitable community.

Through guided activities, group discussions, and practical tools, participants will:

• Understand implicit and explicit bias and how they shape everyday interactions.
• Explore the role of societal systems in perpetuating bias.
• Develop strategies to recognize and challenge bias in their own lives.

This workshop is inspired by the Implicit Bias Workbook, created by Taquelia Washington, LCSW, and the Center for Innovation and Resources, Inc. (CIR), with activities adapted for a general audience. Whether you're new to this topic or ready to deepen your understanding, this workshop provides meaningful insights and practical steps for personal growth and community change.

Details:

• Duration: 3–4 hours
• Format: Interactive workshop with group discussions and activities
• Who Should Attend: Anyone interested in building awareness and fostering inclusivity, including community members, educators, and leaders.

Note: Please come prepared to engage in self-reflection and participate in discussions. Taking care of your emotional well-being is important; we encourage you to take breaks as needed during the workshop.

Lunch will be provided by AmeriHealth Caritas - Asheville.

For more information about the source materials, visit www.cirinc.org.

Children are welcome! For kids ages 7 and up, we have a kid-friendly room where they can hang out during the training, equipped with toys, a chalk wall, coloring books, books, and Disney+.

Our ACNC members can receive free transportation to and from any wellness center event by calling ModivCare for a reservation: 1-833-498-2262

Let's do better together!

Host or Publisher AmeriHealth Caritas NC -Asheville Wellness Center