Join us for an interactive Zoom session, which serves as an optional gateway to our comprehensive four-session intersectional antiracism "Aiming for Allyship" training series, occurring on four Tuesdays (November 4 and 18, December 2 and 16).
Facilitated by Justice Movement and sponsored by DRUUMM, this workshop is open to all and includes opportunities for caucusing. Continuing Education certification is available upon request to Rev. Joseph Santos-Lyons, DRUUMM Community Minister at revjoseph@druumm.org.
In this intro session you will meet Justice Movement facilitators Natalie Nguyen, Danya Xena Davis and Atena Danner, be introduced to our intimate style of pedagogy, and engage in an example exercise that reflects our dynamic approach to education. This session is meant to give you a taste of what to expect in our upcoming four-session “Aiming for Allyship” course.
The four Aiming for Allyship sessions will explore themes such as Intersectionality, Community Building, Emotional Regulation, and Effective Allyship Practices as informed by UU principles and values. Highlights include practical exercises on "Calling In/Out" with responses, discussions on "Socialization and Its Impacts," and tools for "Navigating Difficult Conversations."
Each session is structured to challenge, inspire, and empower participants, culminating in a roadmap for active allyship that respects and enhances the dignity of all individuals. Don't miss this chance to build your intersectional antiracism skills and continue your journey toward being an effective ally!
Intro Session Testimonials: "This was a great introduction for someone new to this content, and a great review/chance for further growth for those of us already deeper into this lifelong commitment to changing attitudes and culture from top-notch presenters."
Important note to White allies: We are prioritizing BIPOC attendance and may ask White registrants to yield space in this popular training to wait listed BIPOC folks.
Registration closes on September 23. Free for DRUUMM members; join at druumm.org/membership. Scholarships available for BIPOC participants; please email noemi@druumm.org to request by September 15.
Natalie Brewster Nguyen has over 20 years of experience in teaching strategies related to privilege, oppression, and structural racism, notably in Unitarian Universalism contexts. They began their anti-racism journey with Groundworks and The People's Institute, focusing on institutional accountability and capacity building within organizations. Natalie’s background in gender studies and sociology, combined with their personal experiences as a queer POC and sex worker, enrich their comprehensive anti-racism trainings. They co-own and are the Executive Director of an historic art studio warehouse called Splinter Collective in Tucson. Splinter Collective is a space for artists and a 501c3 non-profit focused on amplifying marginalized artists, housing justice, and community building.
Danya (Xena) Davis, with two decades in social change and adult education and degrees in economics and international development, has worked extensively in South Africa, developing educational programs on race and social justice. She has a long practice of integrating social justice into her innovative acrobatics teaching that emphasizes inclusivity and power dynamics. Her experience includes working on large scale discussions about race at the University of Cape Town and leading the Acro and Social Justice Teacher Training.
Atena Danner is an educator, a writer, and a critical thinker who uses creativity to facilitate connection, curiosity and discovery in joyful learning environments. Her years of experience as an adult learning facilitator and cultural worker culminate in an anti-racist approach that warmly challenges learners to expect rigor, care, and just practices. Committed to authenticity and justice, Atena designs engaging experiences for learners who want more for themselves, their networks, and their communities.
