definitions
What is an ally?
An ally is a person or organization that actively supports the rights of a minority or marginalized group without being a member of it.
When is Hispanic Heritage Month?
September 15 - October 15
** Do you know why? Check the follow up slides to find out after!
1 in how many women will receive a breast cancer diagnosis?
A. 8
B. 9
C. 10
What is solidarity?
Solidarity is unity or agreement among individuals with a common interest; it is a mutual support within a group.
**What other groups does Poly celebrate in solidarity with? Check the follow-up slides for more!
Which month recognizes breast cancer awareness?
October
**Do you know why? Check the follow up slides!
How much of the US's population has a disability?
A. 15%
B. 20%
C. 25%
Roughly 20% of the US population has a disability.
What is cultural appropriation?
Cultural appropriation the act of taking or using things from a culture that is not your own, especially without showing that you understand or respect this culture.
What is the number of students in special educational programming in the US?
A. 7.3 million
B. 7.7 million
C. 7.98 million
7.3 million students are enrolled in special educational programming.
How has Poly celebrated Think Pink in the past?
Lighting the clock tower pink
Wearing special shirts
Making a human ribbon
What is race?
Race is physical characteristics that define a person as a member of a specific group. Things that define race can include skin color, hair color and texture, eye color, facial features, and physical build.
Ex. Asian, Black, white
What is ethnicity?
Ethnicity is a social group that shares a common and distinctive culture, religion, language, or the like.
Ex. Native Hawaiian, Ashkenazi Jewish, American-born Chinese, Igbo, Bhutan
How can I make sure my jokes don't go too far?
Any joke about someone’s differences in body or mind is instantly “too far”, so avoid that and you're on a good track!