THE BASICS OF IMPLICIT BIAS
Joel Friesz │ 1:00- 3:00 │ 2 CEUs
Implicit bias can have an immense impact on the youth and families you serve. It can derail good intentions and cause unwanted outcomes. Because implicit bias operates unconsciously, we need to be intentional about building the skill to recognize and address it. When implicit bias is at play in program spaces, some people may be exclude, insulted, or experience unequal access to opportunities. This can negatively impact their wellbeing and harm your relationship with them. This session explores the concept of implicit bias and the impact it has on people and systems. Attendees will learn and discuss what can be done personally and with systems to lessen the pervasiveness of bias.
Speaker Bio
Joel Friesz has worked in the field of Restorative Justice since 2005 and refers to his work as more of a “calling” than a “job”. Until its closure in January 2021, Joel and his team worked with Lutheran Social Services of ND More
