MHYC Resources
Content Directory:
Click to Download Orientation Facilitation Guide :
Tips for Responding to Microaggressions
'Who is in My Circle' Activity
INTRO VIDEO:
Understanding and Fostering Belonging
OBJECTIVE:
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To explore the concept of belonging and identify barriers that prevent a sense of belonging within the team.
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GROUP DISCUSSION:
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"Can you share a time when you felt a strong sense of belonging to a team or group? What factors contributed to that feeling?"
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“Reflect on times you've felt disconnected or out of place. Is there a recurring pattern?”
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GROUP ACTIVITY:
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Identify common barriers to belonging they have observed or experienced.
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INTRO VIDEO:
Trust Building / Skill building
OBJECTIVE:
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Enhance practical skills for intentionally creating a supportive and inclusive environment, with a focus on empathy, active listening, and responding without judgment.
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Group Activity: Empathy Circle
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Sharing and Listening:
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Question: "A time when you felt truly heard" or "An instance where you felt left out and why."
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INTRO VIDEO:
Understanding and Addressing Microaggressions and Implicit Bias
OBJECTIVE:
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To deepen understanding of microaggressions and implicit bias, explore their impact within the team, and develop actionable strategies to address these issues in the workplace.
GROUP DISCUSSION
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Questions: "Can you think of a time when you experienced, witnessed or unintentionally perpetuated a microaggression? How did you respond? What impact did it have on you in the moment and longer-term?”
GROUP ACTIVITY​
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“Who is in My Circle" Activity
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Discussion:
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Did you notice any patterns?
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If yes, why do you think these patterns exist?
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How do you think these patterns impact how you interact with others?
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