This three-part Ontario Association Black Paralegals (OABP) program is presented by Shequita Thompson-Reid, and focuses on equipping legal professionals with tools to address racism and discrimination in the workplace.
Shequita Thompson-Reid gives a primer on the historical foundations of racism in the field of law, imparts techniques for supporting racialized coworkers, and shares her professional experiences navigating racism. The presenter also discusses how to be an anti-racist, navigate comfort zones and growth zones, the “staircase to oppression,” the three forms of microaggressions, and statistics on existing inequalities within the legal field.
The presenter emphasizes the difference between authentic and performative allyship, she addresses white supremacy, its intentions, impacts, and manifestations, both overt and covert, in the workplace, highlighting the psychological toll on racial minorities. Furthermore, Shequita Thompson-Reid explores organizational practices and strategies that law firms can adopt to improve outcomes for racialized employees, while also offering advice for legal professionals facing discrimination; emphasizing the creation of a more comfortable and inclusive workplace.
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