DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) Workshop for Japanese Language Professionals of Ohio
Date/Time: 11:00am-1:00 pm (ET), Saturday, November 13, 2021
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DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) Workshop for Japanese Language Professionals of Ohio
The topic of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) challenges us to re-examine our long-held assumptions and what we take for granted. It is truly a life-long endeavor. Where can we start? During this workshop, we propose two areas to start the process for Japanese language professionals in Ohio. First, what can we do in our classrooms? How can we create a just and inclusive environment in a classroom? Second, how can we make OATJ a truly inclusive organization? What steps can we take to move our organization toward inclusivity?
During this workshop, Dr. Suwako Watanabe (professor at Portland State University, former AATJ president, the chair of 2020 AATJ DEI task force) will facilitate our discussion. Based on the definition of some key concepts, the participants will be encouraged to reflect on themselves and start thinking on DEI together through a breakout session. This is the first occasion of our DEI work, and Dr. Hiroaki Kawamura (University of Findlay, 2021 AATJ DEI taskforce member) will continue the dialogue in Ohio.
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You will receive the Zoom link a few days before the event with the email you used to register.