Communication Quote by Karen A Longman
““Whether you are white or a person of color, what are some ways you might put yourself into new positions or places, on your campus or elsewhere in your life, to be stretched to engage conversations about race in new ways?””
About This Quote
Source Panel Discussion: Campus Diversity Initiatives, 2021
Encourages individuals to seek new environments that challenge their racial perspectives and foster deeper dialogue.
In simple terms: Put yourself in unfamiliar settings to engage in race conversations.
Seek diverse experiences to broaden understanding.
Themes
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When to use this quote
- student clubs
- community workshops
- study abroad programs
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What barriers keep you from new spaces?
- How can you create safe yet challenging discussions?
Comfort zones can limit authentic engagement.