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SJTI at 25: A Conversation with the Faculty at the Social Justice Training Institute

Oct 11, 2023
Faculty members of the Social Justice Training Institute reflect on its 25 year legacy and discuss the importance of self-work, addressing privilege, and creating positive change. They also explore the changes and shifts in SJTI over the years, including the adaptation of the curriculum due to the pandemic. The speakers highlight the dynamics of social justice and the importance of staying connected and breaking down white supremacy. They emphasize the significance of self-work in personal growth and maintaining the ethos of SJTI.
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Quick takeaways

  • The Social Justice Training Institute has evolved by expanding its faculty with a focus on including a more diverse range of racial identities and adjusting the schedule and activities to better meet participants' needs.
  • Participants in social justice work should prioritize engaging in self-work and personal growth, recognizing that true change begins from within and creating spaces for authentic dialogue and emotional support is crucial.

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Evolution of SJTI

Over the past 25 years, the Social Justice Training Institute (SJTI) has evolved in several ways. One significant shift has been the expansion of faculty, with an intentional focus on including a more diverse range of racial identities. The curriculum has remained consistent in its emphasis on self-work, healing, and examining race through a social justice lens. However, adjustments have been made to the schedule and activities to better meet the needs of participants. SJTI has also extended its reach beyond higher education, welcoming individuals from K-12, nonprofit, and consulting backgrounds. Through these changes, the core values of healing, liberation, and justice have remained central to the Institute's mission.

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