This bystander education course will provide employees with an understanding of how interpersonal racism continues to support and maintain systemic racism. Through scenario-based learning, participants will develop skills for recognizing racial bias and confronting discrimination. An overview of related Human Resources policies and practices will be given to support employees in actively dismantling racism within Mass General Brigham.

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I enjoyed taking this course and gained new perspectives I haven't experienced before.

Nicholas Rice replied on

I agree

Angelo Reyes Rivera replied on

Well put together program, microggressions very well highlighted. 

Kayleigh Wright replied on

I appreciated the different perspectives that helped to put me in someone else's shoes.

Jina Kang replied on

I agree. It was very insightful and eye opening to see the four different points of views so we are aware of the different instances that may occur on the field.

Julianne Carroll replied on

I do agree that to end racism it needs to be everyone's responsibiity. Everyone needs to be aware of the situations at hand and come together to make it right.

Julianne Carroll replied on

I agree

Vedika Patankar replied on

I agree

Minelis Rosendo replied on

The scenario-based learning was a very interesting way to show the struggles our fellow peers face on a daily basis. I hope to see more scenario-based learning in the future covering these topics as it was very powerful.

Sean Kitain replied on

I agree

Preksha Gaur replied on

I agree 

Preksha Gaur replied on

This course was very thorough and thought provoking.

Margaret Moreland replied on

I agree

Isobel Ouellet replied on

Agree

Hillary Blakeney replied on

Agree

Hillary Blakeney replied on

This content was very well organized and is very beneficial for this profession.

Ryan Latourelle replied on

This is very important.

Ryan Latourelle replied on

Agreed

Lauren Brown replied on

This training was very helpful and provided multiple perspectives.

Christopher Baer replied on

I think that this was a wonderful course. It should be required for all new staff/faculty to bring awareness to this issue.

Christine Lee replied on

Good content. Well structured. Thank you.

John Dunning replied on

I agree

Fabian Kibathi replied on

I Agree

Fabian Kibathi replied on

I agree

Corey Lessard replied on

This training course was a very big eye opener & every worker should be required to take the course.

I feel that it is better to know too much then to not know anything at all.

Janae Moreland replied on

Its a decent start.  I appreciated that the various perspectives considered in this course. 

Cyrus Yau replied on

I agree

Elly Encarnacion Medina replied on

This was a good course. 

Nikta Athari Anaraki replied on

This was a good course. 

Nikta Athari Anaraki replied on

I agree

Krithika Mood replied on

I agree

Krithika Mood replied on

agree!

Eddy Chen replied on

The course was interesting and helpful.

Stacey Chu replied on

I agree

Kelli Laubach replied on

Each scenario gave multiple examples with a lot of explanation. Very beneficial! 

Tamara Landry replied on

I could learned how the racism occurred via the lesson.

Hiroaki Hashimoto replied on

I was really happy to see such a well thought out training that really addresses some of the biases and stereotypes and situations that many people of color or other orientations/abilities run into which create high stress levels, anger and dissatisfaction in the workplace. 

The concept of safety and respect and equity is key, but better yet, examples on how to de-escalate and create kind empathy based transitions to invite discussions that might be able to elicit true listening and understanding,

Most people are not conscious or able to reflect adequately due to the challenges of the moment to create better endings to these common occurrences. 

Great start on the work we all need to do.  

Suzanne Roberts replied on

I agree! I thought the format of the information was very real-world and well put.

Caroline Cloutier replied on

I agree

Andrew Yeo replied on

It's encouraging to see initiatives like this bystander education course being implemented within organizations like Mass General Brigham. This course appears to address a crucial aspect of combating systemic racism by focusing on interpersonal racism and providing employees with the necessary skills to recognize and confront racial bias and discrimination.

The use of scenario-based learning is particularly effective as it allows participants to engage with real-life situations and develop practical skills for addressing racism in various contexts. Additionally, providing an overview of related Human Resources policies and practices demonstrates the organization's commitment to supporting employees in actively dismantling racism.

Overall, this course seems well-designed to empower employees to play a proactive role in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the workplace. It's essential for organizations to continue investing in such initiatives to foster a more inclusive and equitable environment for all employees.

Qi Yang replied on

Agree with what was listed out in the video

Bailey Wiley replied on

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