LGBTQ Foundations, Level III: Privilege, Power and Oppression

Tuesday, March 3, 2026
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Online
Faculty, Staff

GVSU Inclusion & Equity Institute Color Burst

In the combined "Addressing Bias, Stereotypes, and Intersectionality" session, participants will delve into the complexities of bias and stereotypes that impact LGBTQIA+ individuals. Through insightful discussions, real-life case studies, and interactive exercises, attendees will uncover unconscious biases and learn strategies to counter them. Additionally, the session highlights the interplay between various social identities, shedding light on how factors such as race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status intersect with LGBTQIA+ experiences. By deepening their understanding of intersectionality and promoting social justice, participants will be better equipped to foster genuine inclusivity and equality within their communities

Learning Outcomes - Participants will be able to:

Recognize Intersectional Dynamics: Participants will develop the ability to recognize and understand the interconnected systems of privilege, power, and oppression that impact LGBTQIA+ individuals, considering factors such as race, gender, socioeconomic status, and more.
Analyze Personal Privilege: Attendees will engage in self-reflection to identify their own privileges and biases, fostering a deeper awareness of how their identities may influence their perspectives and interactions with marginalized communities.
Understand Systemic Impact: Through case studies and interactive discussions, participants will grasp how systemic structures contribute to the oppression of certain LGBTQIA+ identities and the ways in which societal norms perpetuate inequalities.
Empathize and Allyship: By the end of the session, attendees will be able to apply their understanding of privilege and oppression to empathetically support marginalized individuals and serve as allies, advocating for meaningful change and dismantling systemic inequalities.
Facilitate Inclusive Spaces: Participants will gain skills to facilitate conversations that address privilege, power, and oppression, creating environments where open dialogue encourages critical thinking and promotes inclusivity for all members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Presenter:

DL McKinney, (they/he), MPA; Director of the LGBT Resource Center

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Contact Information

Inclusion & Equity Institute

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 616-331-4111

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This event was added to the calendar by Ashley Jefferson (jeffeash@gvsu.edu) on Thursday, August 14, 2025 and was last updated on Monday, August 18, 2025 at 8:43 a.m.

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