Higher Ed

[close] Hey Cougs! Feel free to join this reading group if you're a student, alum, faculty, staff, or friend!

[close] This group of scholars based at the University of Georgia is working on innovative strategies to connect university classroom learning with the issues and experiences of the wider world using civic engagement tools like World Cafe, National Issues Forums, and Study Circles.

[close] This group is open to anyone who wants to join and agrees to our Ground Rules. This group is specifically aimed at providing continual accountability and opportunity to learn and unlearn what we know about systems of oppression. Topics are largely non-fiction but can include various topics, such as, race, activism, intersectional feminism, nationality, immigration, ability, policy change, socialized values, law, privilege, allyship, etc. This group is a BRAVE space, as safety cannot be guaranteed. Participation is "challenge by choice". However, there will be gentle encouragement and accountability provided by this community, particularly for embracing uncomfortable conversations in the spirit of learning and growth. Acknowledging a brave space is critical when learning about identity and discussing privilege and oppression. A brave space is inclusive to all races, sexes, genders, abilities, immigration status, and lived experiences. A brave space allows individuals to express themselves, challenge one another in a positive way (call-in vs. call-out), and learn from one another. Priority for reading / discussion material is placed with authors of minoritized identities.

[close] Come join the NECC Library in Lawrence and Haverhill, Massachusetts with your academic or leisure reading!