Developing Alliances and Community Building in a Diverse Society
Week 11: Developing Alliances and Community Building in a Diverse Society
Social work strives to support individuals who are oppressed. Recognizing that there are those who are privileged and those who are not is a first step to becoming an ally. There are examples of people being allies throughout society, including in popular culture. Examples include Lady Gaga as well as Macklemore and Ryan Lewis (featuring Mary Lambert) and their song “Same Love.” Choosing to speak out against the hate and discrimination that has been focused on a particular group, even though you are not a member of that group, is an example of being an ally. Think about your own examples of being an ally in your life. Have you witnessed others standing up for those who have experienced bias and prejudice?
Social work strives to support individuals who are oppressed. Recognizing that there are those who are privileged and those who are not is a first step to becoming an ally. There are examples of people being allies throughout society, including in popular culture. Examples include Lady Gaga as well as Macklemore and Ryan Lewis (featuring Mary Lambert) and their song “Same Love.” Choosing to speak out against the hate and discrimination that has been focused on a particular group, even though you are not a member of that group, is an example of being an ally. Think about your own examples of being an ally in your life. Have you witnessed others standing up for those who have experienced bias and prejudice?
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