Our Difference is Our Strength: Building a Toolkit for Navigating Across Relationships During Times of Conflict
Effectively navigating contentious interactions and tense relationships is a skill learned over time. This workshop series aims to equip students, faculty, and staff with the tools and skills needed to increase our cultural humility, to navigate discussions in times of conflict, and to tend to our own and each other's well-being when impacted by issues of bias and discrimination. We will engage with diverse perspectives and experience models for navigating differences in the spirit of healing, integrity, and care. Each workshop will also offer you the time and space to reflect on how the lessons and experiences shared translate to your personal, professional, and academic context. This workshop series is a collaborative effort of the Berkeley International Office, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), and the Center for Teaching and Learning.
Funding for this project is provided by the University of California in response to a call for proposals from the campus community to address bias and bigotry on campus. The views and perspectives shared herein do not necessarily reflect the views of the university.
Schedule
September 24: Adapting Our Behavior Across Cultural Differences
- Audience: Students & Scholars
- Time: 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
- Location: International House Sproul Room & virtually streamed through Zoom
- Recording & Slides
September 30: Critical Competencies for International Student Success
October 8: Our Mental Health Responses to Bias and Discrimination
- Audience: Students & Scholars
- Time: 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
- Location: International House Sproul Room & virtually streamed through Zoom
October 10: Tending to International Students' Mental Health and Wellness in Times of Conflict
- Audience: Staff & Faculty
- Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
- Location: Dwinelle 127 & virtually streamed through Zoom
November (Date TBD): Interfaith and Mental Health Panel Discussion
- Audience: Students, Scholars, Staff, & Faculty
- Time: TBD
- Location: TBD