“happen outside the level of awareness

Microagressions “happen outside the level of awareness of well-intentioned individuals” (Wing Sue, 2007).

Last week you took part in a Discussion in which you shared your personal definitions and experiences with microagressions. You were asked to spend the next week listening for and being sensitive to microagressions taking place in the interactions of people around you and in the media. In preparation for this week’s Discussion, consider:

• What have you learned about prejudice, stereotypes, discrimination and microaggressions
• Why discussions need to be supported and fostered by sensitivity and respect
• What you noticed this past week with regaMicroagressions “happen outside the level of awareness of well-intentioned individuals” (Wing Sue, 2007).

  Last week you took part in a Discussion in which you shared your personal definitions and experiences with microagressions. You were asked to spend the next week listening for and being sensitive to microagressions taking place in the interactions of people around you and in the media. In preparation for this week’s Discussion, consider:

  • What have you learned about prejudice, stereotypes, discrimination and microaggressions
  • Why discussions need to be supported and fostered by sensitivity and respect
  • What you noticed this past week with rega