[Libs-Or] Request Free Registration for "Microaggressions: What Are They and Why Are They So Harmful?" webinar

[BRUNSON-ROCHETTE Ericka * SLO]

The State Library of Oregon is able to offer free registration to the PLA webinar, Microaggressions: What Are They and Why Are They So Harmful?<https://elearning.ala.org/local/catalog/view/product.php?productid=1325>, happening on Wednesday, November 6 at 11:00a PT.

This opportunity is available to library staff, volunteers, board members, Friends and Foundation members of Oregon libraries. Those that register will also receive a link to the recording.

Description: Join members of the Baltimore County Public Library's system-wide Black Library Workers Affinity Group as they explore the phenomenon of microaggressions in the workplace, shedding light on the subtle forms of discrimination and their impact on individuals and organizational culture. In this webinar, examine how seemingly harmless comments or actions can perpetuate biases and marginalize certain groups, hindering productivity, engagement, and overall well-being. Through real-life examples and research backed insights, participants will gain awareness of the different types of microaggressions and how to address them.

Learning Outcomes
At the conclusion of this webinar, participants will be able to:

*       Describe what microaggressions are;

*       Describe why microaggressions are harmful, especially in the workplace; and

*       Identify 1-3 ways to address microaggressions in the workplace.

To request free registration, please submit the following form by noon on Tuesday, November 5:
https://www.cognitoforms.com/StateLibraryOfOregon/RequestRegistrationLinkForMicroaggressionsWebinarByPLA

Please contact me or CE Coordinator Darci Hanning at darci.hanning at slo.oregon.gov<mailto:darci.hanning at slo.oregon.gov> with any questions!

Best Regards,
Ericka Brunson-Rochette (she/her/hers)
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Consultant
State Library of Oregon
ericka.brunson-rochette at slo.oregon.gov<mailto:ericka.brunson-rochette at slo.oregon.gov>| 971-375-5126
www.oregon.gov/library/libraries<http://www.oregon.gov/library/libraries>
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Work Schedule: Monday-Thursday


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