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Building a Life in Canada courses:
Living with diversity
What the course is about
This course helps you explore important concepts of privilege, oppression, and fairness in today’s Canadian society. By learning about different identities, personal stories, and how society is structured, you will see how inequality affects our communities and workplaces.
This course focuses on respectful and inclusive communication. You will be encouraged to think about your own values and actions, and learn how to help create more fair and welcoming spaces for everyone.
Time allocation: 3 hours of videos
+ 1 hour of independent activity
What you will gain
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Understand the concepts of privilege and oppression, and recognize their impact on individuals and society.
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Think critically about practices in oppressive vs. equitable societies.
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Analyze how diversity influences communication and behavior in Canadian society and the workplace.
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Develop an informed understanding of 2SLGBTQ+ history, principles, and current societal issues.
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Apply inclusive terminology and respectful language.
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Reflect on your personal beliefs, identify your internalized biases, and recognize your own positions of privilege or oppression.
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