These virtual dialogues are grounded in Paulo Freire’s concept of conscientização, or critical consciousness, which embodies a mindset of ‘reading the word and the world.’ The topics and speakers are meant to transgress boundaries (hooks, 1994) of how we envision and practice belonging by critically centering intersecting identities at UC Berkeley.
Building Belonging
Actively engaging in dialogue that challenges colonial and oppressive ideologies and practices by naming the forces that are oppressive and honoring critical forms of consciousness like mestiza consciousness (Anzaldúa, 1987), Indigenísta thought (Grande, 2004), and Black Feminist Thought (Hill-Collins, 1990).
Series Goals
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Develop a deeper understanding of structural and internalized oppression.
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Engage in collaborative efforts to overcome and dismantle structural and internalized oppression.
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Develop transformative practitioners whose work centers on restoring shared community values, and equality and social justice.
