Standard

Staff will recognize that power and privilege influence relationships on interpersonal, intergroup and institutional levels and consider how they have been affected by those dynamics.

Outcome

I am aware of the advantages and disadvantages I have in society because of my membership in different identity groups, and I know how this has affected my life.

Activity

Reflection Questions

  1. What went through your mind as you moved forward and backward?

  2. Which of the statements did you find most meaningful or eye opening? Why?

  3. Which of the statements, if any, hurt? Why?

  4. What does your position say about societal messages about your worth and the worth of people with similar privilege levels?

  5. How has privilege affected you, your family and your community, in terms of opportunity and access?

  6. How are social class and privilege tied to prejudice?