Community
Definition of community
A group of people living in the same district or country
What is diversity
The variety of race, ethnicity, gender ect of a group of people
What is racial equity
Applying justice and a little bit of common sense to a system that's been a little bit out of balance
3 necessary qualities of building a community
Safety/trust, Openness, Respect, Responsiveness, Collaboration, Relevance, Challenge, Enjoyment, Esprit de corps, Empowerment
What does diversity mean to you
(interview question)
Mixture of different people with different backgrounds working together to achieve a common goal
What does equity mean in education/school/students
Making sure every student has the support they need to be successful
How does community members deepen their understanding
Interacting on a ongoing basis, asking/answering questions, sharing knowledge, reusing ideas ect
Name 3 types of diversity
Gender, Ethnicity, Sexuality, Age
What is racial equity lens
Paying disciplined attention to race and ethnicity while analyzing problems, looking for solutions, and defining success
What is true community
The celebration of human differences and the profound healing, communication, love and creation that comes from living in such an environment
What is the most diverse city in the world
Amsterdam
Who was the first African American to be elected as a state legislator in the United States
Alexander L. Twilight