Published: Sept. 25, 2020

ÌýOctober 12 - November 9

Hosted by the CU Engineering Human Resources team
Questions? Please email Director of HR Alisha Bennett StewartÌý

The nation — including our students, faculty and staff — is talking about race and the systems that perpetuate racial inequalities, inequities and injustice, as well as the heavy toll those systems have taken on Black communities and other communities of color. It’s critically important that we continue our efforts to gain more self-awareness of our cultures, engage in ongoing dialogue, and move from talk to action on college and university campuses across the country. Participating in development opportunities is one important way that we can work together to learn and address these incredible challenges.

CU Engineering faculty, staff and researchers are invited to be part of a very special 21-Day Racial Equity Habit Building Challenge developed by Ìýand hosted by the CU Engineering HR team. The concept of the 21-day challenge was introduced several years ago by diversity expert to create greater understanding of the intersections of race, power, privilege, supremacy, oppression and equity.

How Will the Challenge Work?

The 21-day challenge is ideally suited to individuals and small groups. Discussion prompts will focus on racial equity within the higher ed community.

Each week has a theme:Ìý

  • Week 1 — History Through the Lens of Race
  • Week 2 — Microaggressions, Whiteness and Implicit Bias
  • Week 3 — The Media and Race
  • Week 4 — Allyship and Action Steps

Every week, participants will be prompted to access:

  • 5 short readings, videos or other resources based on the week's theme — one for each day
  • 3-4 discussion prompts for the week, which can be used for personal reflection and in small-group discussions every Friday from 1-2 p.m.Ìýfor the duration of the challenge.ÌýDiscussions will be facilitated by Director of Inclusive CultureÌýAmy Moreno.ÌýÌý
  • A link to the recording of a virtual Town Hall that explored the topic and discussion prompts

On the 21st day of the challenge, participants will receive their final readings for the challenge and a call to action.

Register by Oct. 9

When you register, you'll receive weekly emails to take you through the challenge.ÌýThe 21-Day Racial Equity Habit Building Challenge is open to CU Engineering staff, faculty and researchers.ÌýParticipation is free, but you must register to participate.ÌýWe look forward to being part of this journey with you!