Learn How Data and Language Can Advance Racial Equity
Erikson has crafted an engaging two-part workshop that delves into the impact of deficit language and incomplete data, shedding light on how these elements dehumanize and unfairly place the onus of greater social issues onto marginalized communities. As a part of the Reconstructing Narratives Workshop Series, these workshops help focus your attention on identifying root causes and systemic flaws contributing to inequities.
decoding language learning
Re-examine Your Messaging
Explore the dangers of labels and “othering”
Identify deficit language terms
Apply structural analysis to identify root causes that can contribute to systemic solutions
Identify how language learning can refocus attention on the gaps and shortfalls in our systems contributing to inequity
workshops
Decoding Data and Language
Part 1
This workshop explores the roles of data and language in identifying the biases and limitations of each. You will gain insights into how both elements can be thoughtfully applied in an organizational context with an emphasis on demystifying discussions about race. Through candid dialogue within a nonjudgmental safe space, this lively session empowers you to enact change within your organizations and communities.
Participants will:
- Engage in advanced exercises designed to hone your critical analysis skills.
- Recognize bias that lives within data and language.
- Re-focus on a systems-change approach.
Price: $250 per participant
Format: Virtual
Participants receive handouts and resource materials. To maintain a safe space, these workshops are not recorded.
Length: 1 session for two hours
Decoding Data and Language
Part 2
Dive deeper into the nuances of challenging and changing the way you use data and words around conversations related to marginalized groups. You’ll get hands-on with exercises that push the envelope a bit further, helping you look critically at the everyday communication materials you use at work. We’ll also open up about the bigger picture—how these small changes can ripple out into the wider world. Expect lively discussions, and plenty of lightbulb moments as we explore together.
Participants will:
- Apply new knowledge and utilize their toolkit to identify problematic data and language.
- Edit data and language they use for work to focus on systems.
- Walk away with strategies that not only inspire but are also actionable and impactful.
Price: $750 per participant
Format: Virtual
Length: Two three-hour sessions, 6 hours total
Prerequisite: Decoding Data and Language 1
Upcoming Workshops
Help Build Systemic Change in Your Organization
Our workshops are designed for professionals who want to create systemic change. No prior expertise in data and statistics or prior equity or DEI training required. You’ll learn how to:
Disrupt
the process of blaming communities for systemic failures
Advocate
for changes to policies, systems, and funding at the local, county, and state levels.
Identify
gaps and barriers in services, processes, and language teaching
Better
align resources and tailor supports to address root causes.
Hear from satisfied customers who have benefited from our workshops
Meet our Facilitators
Atena Danner
Associate Director, Learning and Facilitation
Atena Danner is the associate director of learning and facilitation for Erikson’s Policy and Leadership Department. Read More
Penny Smith, CPTD
Director, Learning and Impact
Penny Smith is a Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD®), IDI®(Intercultural Development Instrument) Qualified Administrator, and co-creator of “Decolonizing Data and Language” workshop. Read More
Customized and Private Trainings Available
If you would like to arrange private equity trainings for your team, please contact us for current pricing, group discounts, and schedule availability.
