Social Justice Week to Raise Awareness on Marginalized Communities and Issues
Fullerton College keeps the dialogue going for social justice issues.
Student Life and Leadership and Associated Students will host Social Justice Week from March 28 through April 1. The week-long event is an opportunity to strengthen connections with the campus community and cultivate a culture of diversity, equity, inclusivity, and anti-racism.
The week intends to welcome and challenge the Hornet community in various learning activities, events, and dialogue through a social justice lens.
Albin Lee, Project Specialist for Associated Students at Fullerton College, led the charge for creating this week of programming along with Rianna Mendoza and Jeffrey Costales. Lee, Mendoza, and Costales are all graduate interns at California State University, Fullerton.
This is the first time Student Life and Leadership and Associated Students are hosting an event of this magnitude to bring awareness to social justice issues.
“We want to provide an opportunity for our Hornet community (students, staff, and faculty) to raise awareness on marginalized communities and issues,” said Lee. “We want to continue creating opportunities for critical learning and engagement through the lens of what social justice means for different identities and social issues.”
As the keynote speaker, Dr. Kevin Nadal, professor, psychologist, and activist, will kick off the week. Dr. Nadal is a Distinguished Professor of Psychology at both John Jay College of Criminal Justice and the Graduate Center at the City University of New York. He is a leading researcher in in understanding the impacts of microaggressions, or subtle forms of discrimination, on the mental and physical health of people of color; lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) people; and other marginalized groups.
Lee and his colleagues are excited to bring this week-long event to the campus community. “Social Justice Week aims to raise our critical consciousness and empower individuals as we cultivate a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism,” said Lee.
Here is a complete list of events and details:
Monday, March 28
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Kevin Nadal at 11:30 a.m.
Dr. Kevin Leo Yabut Nadal is a Distinguished Professor of Psychology at both John Jay College of Criminal Justice and the Graduate Center at the City University of New York. He received his doctorate in counseling psychology from Columbia University in New York City and is one of the leading researchers in understanding the impacts of microaggressions, or subtle forms of discrimination, on the mental and physical health of people of color; lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) people; and other marginalized groups.
Register for Dr. Kevin Nadal’s event here.
Introduction to Inclusivity at 2 p.m.
Learn and explore what Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion mean as we reflect and understand how our identities interact/intersect. Hosted by Student Life and Leadership.
Register for Introduction to Inclusivity here.
Tuesday, March 29
Social Justice Tabling Event at 11 a.m.
Please join Student Life and Leadership and Associated Students who will be out at the campus quad to share with everyone what is in store for Social Justice Week. Come discuss what social justice means to you and how to be an equity warrior. We are joined by various faculty and staff associations who will share how they advocate for social justice and embed it into their work. *Attendees will be able to grab a Social Justice Week shirt (while supplies last)!
Mindfulness Session at 1 p.m.
Take some time for mindfulness during Social Justice Week. Learn about how social justice and mindfulness are interconnected. Hosted by Mindfulness Club.
Register for Tuesday’s mindfulness session here.
Hornet Panel Talk: Veteran Identity at 2 p.m.
Social Justice Week invites veteran students as panelists who will speak on their personal and professional journeys. Please join us to discuss and learn more about their experiences. Hosted by Veterans Resource Center.
Register for the Hornet Panel Talk here.
Welcome to the Political Sphere: A Discussion about Resources, Opportunities, and Barriers to Women Pursuing Politics at 3 p.m.
The Fullerton College Chapter of Ignite–an organization for women and non-binary individuals pursuing politics–will be hosting a light-hearted and engaging discussion regarding women in the political sphere. Who are leaders you look up to? How can Fullerton College empower women in politics? How can we change or knock down barriers for women in this profession? These are all questions that will be discussed at Ignite’s event.
Register for Welcome to the Political Sphere here.
Wednesday, March 30
Do Mexicans Exist in the Future? at 11 a.m.
Do Mexicans exist in the Future? This question might seem easy to answer for some, but to others this question is as philosophical as it is geo-political. Mexicans have never identified as “one” people, but have been forced to as a result of colonialism and capitalism. Join Professor Jose Zamora of the Ethnic Studies Department as he explores what it means to be Mexican: past, present, and future. Hosted by the Ethnic Studies Department.
Register for Do Mexicans Exist in the Future? here.
Mindfulness Session at 1 p.m.
Take some time for mindfulness during Social Justice Week. Learn about how social justice and mindfulness are interconnected. Hosted by Mindfulness Club.
Register for Wednesday’s mindfulness session here.
Anti-Racism Starts with You! At 2 p.m.
Join us as we discuss how to identify and combat racism as well as best practices to promote a more inclusive Hornet Community. Hosted by Political Science Book Club.
Register for Anti-Racism Starts with You! here.
Thursday, March 31
Trans Day of Visibility Dialogue with Sydney Mae Diaz at 11 a.m.
Please welcome Sydney Mae Diaz, actor (Genera+ion, Ghostbusters: Afterlife) and musician (Anxioushum) who will be sharing his reflections on being publicly visible due to the nature of his work, but also the important small-scale steps it took to get comfortable within his trans identity. Diaz will be joined in conversation by Fullerton College’s LGBTQIA2S+ Professional Expert, Ariel Gentalen before an open Q+A session.
Register for Trans Day of Visibility Dialogue here.
Movie Screening: Just Mercy at 2 p.m.
Based on a true story of a modern hero, please join Hornet Leadership as we watch a film on justice and redemption. Hosted by the Fullerton College Library.
Register for the movie screening Just Mercy here.
Friday, April 1
Closing Speaker: Eboné Bell at 10 a.m.
Eboné Bell is a business owner, speaker, and trailblazer who shines bright in the world of entrepreneurship, LGBTQ issues, media, and activism. As our closing speaker, Eboné is well known for her warm energy and transparency. She is not afraid to have tough conversations. She encourages students to discover how they show up in the world. Her humor makes her approachable to students on and off-stage. Her commitment to connection is what makes her a dynamic and unforgettable speaker. Hosted by Associated Students.
Register for the closing speaker here.
Latinx Achievement Gaps in Higher Ed at 12 p.m.
Join the Latina Leadership Network Student Club (LLNSC) in discussing Latinx student experiences/challenges in higher education. This session will also include resources and methods to support the Latinx community.
Register for Latinx Achievement Gaps in Higher Ed here.
Queer Social Hour at 1 p.m.
This is a group social hour for anyone who identifies with the LGBTQIA2S+ community (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual/Ally, 2-Spirit, non-binary, and others who affiliate with the queer community). Discussion topics include gender, sexuality, pronouns, microaggressions, intersectionality, and many other topics related to the queer community. Bring your own questions to discuss with us! Hosted by Cadena Cultural Center.
Register for Queer Social Hour here.
For more information and to download “Equity Warrior” zoom backgrounds, visit the Social Justice Week 2022 webpage.
