SOMA Living March 2023

RACE & COALITION Community Coalition on Race to Host ‘Talking to Children About Race’ Workshop

People often say they move to our community for the diversity. While living among people from different backgrounds is definitely a draw, true integration requires intention. And it starts at home.

In April, the Schools Committee of the Coalition on Race will present Talking to Children About Race , an annual, free program that offers practical strategies for talking about race with your family. Learn about creating a home environment that supports open communication about race, racial identity, and difference; being intentional about talking about race; providing your kids with the tools they need to understand difference; and, modeling social interactions that are racially inclusive. Kids notice race from an early age, but many parents are afraid to discuss race openly with their children. How can we talk about race productively? How do these talks differ for families of different races, for adoptive families, for mixed-race families? This workshop strives to help parents, caregivers, and educators gain an understanding of the stages of racial knowledge; how to talk with children about race; understand the challenges faced by children of color, multiracial children, and children whose families are of a different racial background; and more. Designed to support intentional integration in and outside of our schools, the program is open to everyone but geared toward families of early elementary and pre-school children. Visit communitycoalitiononrace.org where the final date and location will soon be made available along with registration information.

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