This class provides a foundational understanding of implicit bias, microaggressions, and intent vs. impact when talking and interacting with people that are different from yourself. Participants will learn how to change ways of being and how to respond when committing unintended microaggressions.

This class is highly interactive and discussion-based. Participants should be prepared to share, talk, and engage in breakout sessions. This class is facilitated by Calvin Eaton, Director, and Founder of 540WMain, Inc.

Registration:

-Tickets are $30 per person and should be purchased via Eventbrite

-Scholarships are available for anyone that needs one, no questions asked-email info540westmain@gmail.com

-All 540 classes are ASL interpreted and captioned

Age:

-This class is appropriate for ages 18+

Location:

-This class will take place online through Zoom. Class access links will be received after online registration. If you do not receive your link, please check your spam or email info540westmain@gmail.com

About the facilitator:

-This class is facilitated by Calvin Eaton, a disabled community educator, content creator, and social entrepreneur, whose area of expertise includes antiracism, equity, justice, instructional design, and program development and the Director and Founder of 540WMain Inc.