Non-Oppressive Relationships I (Diversity)

Develop knowledge and skills to address social control and institutional oppression based on race, class, gender, sexual orientation and other forms of oppression.

Analyze and identify groups in society that are marginalized and examine historical and pervasive patterns of discrimination experienced by these groups.

Develop a global and local analysis of social and economic problems.

Examine ethical institutional behavior and the relationship with personal ethical responsibilities.

Analyze institutional and structural oppression at the local, national and international levels pertaining to racism, sexism, classism and heterosexism.

Develop citizenship skills for creating economically and socially just communities.

Identify constructive ways of dealing with conflict and channeling personal power toward societal change.