White culture is often what defines “normal” in groups and organizations, which has tremendous impact on the day-to-day and long-term experiences of all people - white and BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) - in the group. It’s vital to learn to see this culture and intentionally address it for the benefit of all members.

As a result of this workshop, participants will:

• Know the definition and importance of terms related to increasing racial consciousness and racial literacy
• Identify common white-culture behaviors that perpetuate racism
• Know several actions white people can take to be anti-racist

Will this Workshop be Recorded: No

Intended Audience: This workshop is appropriate for library staff at any level or position.

About the Instructors: This workshop is presented by Regent Brown and Pat Hughes:

Regent Brown is a multiracial, multicultural, dynamic and unapologetic womxn who works with those who wish to be active participants in equitable change. She is the owner of Fostering Real Opportunities and the Director of People and Culture for EnviroIssues.  Utilizing developmental strategies, restorative practices, and trauma-informed principles, Regent strives to build a culture of belonging, accountability and collective leadership that can foster an environment for growth and transformation. Regent primarily focuses on racial justice and disability equity; partnering with those who wish to collaborate to create equitable and thriving communities.  Regent holds a Bachelors in Business in Human Resources and Organizational Psychology and a Ph.D. in Social Psychology.

Pat Hughes is the owner of Trillium Leadership Consulting and provides customized leadership programs, training, coaching, community engagement, facilitation and strategic planning services. A co-founder of the nationally-recognized Gracious Space body of work, Pat is the author of "Gracious Space: A Practical Guide for Working Better Together" and "Courageous Collaboration with Gracious Space: From Small Openings to Profound Transformation."  Pat is certified in Professional Coaching, Emotional Intelligence, Racial Equity and Adaptive Leadership, Conflict Dynamics, Dependable Strengths, Communication Styles, and the Strategic Planning Models from the Institute for Cultural Affairs. Pat holds an M.A. in Organization Systems Renewal from Antioch University and a B.A. in Economics and International Relations from the University of New Hampshire. Watch Pat's TEDx talk: Creating Gracious Space.