Communication about discrimination

It is a positive development that it has become a higher priority for many people to behave in an anti-discriminatory way. At the same time, it is a very slow process to unlearn hurtful patterns of behavior and thinking. Unintentionally, situations do arise in which discrimination is repeated. In our workshops on "Communication about Discrimination" we offer a space for an exchange - to deal with questions, uncertainties and concerns in this context: At what point is an action discriminatory? What is meant by the term "microagression"? And how can I behave if I have unintentionally acted in a discriminatory way?

Examples of workshops in this area:

Workshop "Don't be afraid of criticism!?" - Self-reflection on dealing with privilege and ways of solidarization

Especially in spaces that see themselves as open and sensitive to discrimination, new fears and uncertainties arise about how to address violations and discrimination. In this workshop we want to take the uncertainties as a starting point and ask ourselves the following questions together: What impulses do we notice in ourselves when the behavior of others re_produces discrimination in our own perception? How can we express our critique while thinking about societal power structures? How does it feel when we ourselves are told that our behavior was discriminatory? What forms of defensiveness do we notice in ourselves and what would help us to accept this criticism?

With regard to structural power relations, we want to talk about how to give constructive feedback and to collect ideas on how we can learn and grow together from criticism. At the same time, we want to look compassionately at our own defense mechanisms and consider how we can perceive criticism more as a gift and learning opportunity than as dangerous.

Workshop "It's not that bad!?" - Raising awareness for micro-aggressions in counseling

Micro-aggressions are small gestures or behaviors that have a discriminatory effect. An indiscreet inquiry, a short comment or an intrusive look are possible examples of these violations. For those seeking counseling, the (repeated) experience of micro-aggressions is stressful. Micro-aggressions can lead to a perception of the support being less helpful, to leaving the situation or not seeking it out at all. This workshop will first work through concrete examples of micro-aggressions against counseling seekers. Afterwards, a concept will be presented on how counselors can respond to feedback from people who have felt uncomfortable in the counseling situation due to discrimination.

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