Regenerative Champions: Elevating the voices of small-scale Black and Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) farmers

THOMPSON LIBRARY

On display through September 8th, 2024

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Regenerative Agriculture (RA) offers solutions that enable farmers to become good environmental and social stewards. While indigenous agricultural knowledge is passed from generation to generation, the significant roles small-scale farmers who identify as Black and Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) play in food sovereignty are rarely emphasized.

The lived experiences of BIPOC farmers detail the motivation, challenges, opportunities, and lessons that have sustained their regenerative practices, including their vision for their communities. BIPOC farmers have a passion to grow healthy food and resilient communities. They are motivated by their community to re-imagine their collective future together.

Our choices have impacts on our health, community, farmers’ livelihoods, and the planet. Becoming receptive to and valuing the voices of small-scale BIPOC farmers could positively impact current and future food security.

2/13/24

11:00am - 1:00pm

zoom

Responding to Microaggressions:

Bystander Intervention Strategies that Work for Everyone

All too often we witness subtle comments or behaviors rooted in bias that cause harm to others, sometimes unintentionally and frequently directed toward people from marginalized social identity groups. Have you ever witnessed a bias incident such as a microaggression and wanted to intervene, but didn't know what to say or do? Becoming an active bystander involves recognizing a bias incident and saying or doing something to stop the harm. Anyone can become an active bystander and learn to address bias in everyday interactions. In this 2-hour workshop, we will explore some of the most commonly encountered microaggressions and identify tools participants can use in daily life. Participants will practice what they have learned using real-life scenarios. 

Learning Outcomes:

After participating in this program participants will be able to:

• Describe why and how an active bystander can respond to any microaggression
• Articulate the various factors that must be taken into consideration when deciding to take action
• Identify strategies that best align with their strengths and personality
• Practice utilizing strategies using real examples from everyday life

2/16/24

10:00am - 11:00am

zoom

Introduction to Neurodivergence

Staff from the Ohio State University Employee Assistance Program will provide an overview of neurodivergence.

After attending this session participants will be able to:



• Describe what neurodivergence is and why it exists.
• Recognize the diversity of experiences and identities within the neurodivergent community.
• Value the unique gifts, abilities, and skills neurodivergent people possess because of their experiences living in a society primarily designed for neurotypical brains.
• Better understand and engage with neurodivergent people in a variety of contexts.
• Function as an ally to neurodivergent people by countering misinformation with facts and responding to microaggressions as an active bystander.

2/21/24

4:00pm - 5:30pm

zoom

Exploding Myths About Transgender and Nonbinary People

Although transgender and nonbinary people have gained significant visibility over the past decade, numerous misconceptions and stereotypes still exist and create environments that are unwelcoming or even hostile to people with gender identities that fall outside of cisnormativity (i.e., the belief that being cisgender, or not transgender, is the “normal” and “correct” way of being). Beliefs rooted in long-held myths about people who have for centuries defied conventional gender norms must be challenged and replaced in order to create environments that are inclusive of all genders, not just those who are cisgender. In this 90-minute workshop we will cover basic terminology and differentiate identities related to gender and sex that frequently get confused. We will address several common myths and misconceptions about transgender and non-binary people and identify strategies for creating welcoming and inclusive environments for people of all genders, including those who challenge cisnormative expectations. Ways that cisgender people can serve as allies to transgender and nonbinary people will be identified.