Understanding the PPO Dynamics for Interpreters of Color: So You Wanna Talk About Differences?
Understanding the PPO Dynamics for Interpreters of Color: So You Wanna Talk About Differences?
0.2 PS CEUs credits
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There is a specific dynamic that emerges when one encounters another who is different. Perceived privilege and power inform the outcome of these encounters- too often they result in acts of oppression. This workshop is an opportunity for how the power dynamics effect Interpreters of Color seeking to explore the systemic nature of Power, Privilege and Oppression examining both foregrounding and residual social constructions. This workshop is designed to explore ways for Interpreters (of color) to engage in meaningful, exchange with like colleagues to develop strategies for identifying power dynamics, for engaging in productive dialog about difference, encouraging change and mitigating microaggression, and fostering growth. Interpreters will also learn how to appreciate the work of Interpreters of Color and the cultural power, privilege, and oppressive ramifications that comes with it. This workshop is a mixture of presenting, sharing, and opportunities to ask open-discussion throughout the webinar.
Educational Objectives:
- Participants will identify the origins of exclusive attitudes, beliefs and behaviors.
2. Participants will explore community/individual beliefs, values and power dynamics as
social construct.
3. Participants will discussion and list some of the dynamics of power as they relate to
encounters of difference and the resulting microaggressions.
4. Participants will discuss the perceived value hierarchies as the relate to differences.
5. Participants will identify through discussions on ways in which power dynamics foster
and or inhibit human interaction/relationships as they relate to differences.
6. Participants will further discuss in groups activities for how to foster growth, support and
development of new leadership for reframing existing power narratives.
Purple Communications is an Approved RID CMP Sponsor for continuing education activities. This Professional Studies program, Understanding the PPO Dynamics for Interpreters of Color: So You Wanna Talk About Differences, is offered for 0.2 PPO CEUs at the little/None Content Knowledge Level.
Purple Communications and Diversity Academy promotes and supports policies of non-discrimination and an environment that is mutually respectful and free from bias.
Requests for accommodations must be submitted to [email protected].
Cancellation Policy:
In the event that this webinar has to be canceled, we will notify you within 48 hours. We will provide an alternative presentation.
About Your Speaker
Lisa Weems
Lisa L. Weems is a Certified Member of the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf
(RID) practicing in the DC-MD-VA region. Lisa has practiced for more than 25 years in the field
of Sign Language Interpreting and hold three National Certifications – Certificate of
Interpretation (CI), Certificate of Transliteration (CT) and National Interpreter Certification
(NIC).
She is an experienced professional ASL Interpreter/Transliterator with an extensive background
in settings spanning from public access to highly specific, in addition to extensive project
experience extending from concept to implementation and leadership. Over the past 15 years,
her professional focus has broadened toward mentoring, education and training, program
development and oversight, outreach, social justice and diversity and inclusion. She is currently
working toward completing a Master of Arts Degree in Interpreter Studies (Pedagogy) at
Western Oregon University which will give didactic foundation to an experiential aggregate of
program development extending from concept to implementation and management. She has a comprehensive accumulation of experience and education, and a wealth of cultural knowledge
informing her ability to navigate diverse settings.
Her active involvement in RID, the Potomac Chapter of RID (PCRID) and the National Alliance
of Black Interpreters (both the national [NAOBI, Inc] and the local level [NAOBI-DC]) has
presented a wealth of leadership opportunities. She has served as President (NAOBI-DC),
Conference Chair and Professional Development Chair (PCRID) Restructuring Committee Chair
(NAOBI, INC), By-Laws Committee Chair (NAOBI-DC) and Conference Facilitator (RID)and
currently serves on the Professional Development Committee, and the Diversity Council for
RID. She was recently granted a leadership role within RID; oversight of the development of a
webinar series that will present education on topics under the umbrella of Diversity and Inclusion.
Webinar Overview
Participants will receive a pre-assessment form with questions related to diversity topics.
Lisa Weems
Lisa L. Weems is a Certified Member of the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf
(RID) practicing in the DC-MD-VA region. Lisa has practiced for more than 25 years in the field
of Sign Language Interpreting and hold three National Certifications – Certificate of
Interpretation (CI), Certificate of Transliteration (CT) and National Interpreter Certification
(NIC).
She is an experienced professional ASL Interpreter/Transliterator with an extensive background
in settings spanning from public access to highly specific, in addition to extensive project
experience extending from concept to implementation and leadership. Over the past 15 years,
her professional focus has broadened toward mentoring, education and training, program
development and oversight, outreach, social justice and diversity and inclusion. She is currently
working toward completing a Master of Arts Degree in Interpreter Studies (Pedagogy) at
Western Oregon University which will give didactic foundation to an experiential aggregate of
program development extending from concept to implementation and management. She has a comprehensive accumulation of experience and education, and a wealth of cultural knowledge
informing her ability to navigate diverse settings.
Her active involvement in RID, the Potomac Chapter of RID (PCRID) and the National Alliance
of Black Interpreters (both the national [NAOBI, Inc] and the local level [NAOBI-DC]) has
presented a wealth of leadership opportunities. She has served as President (NAOBI-DC),
Conference Chair and Professional Development Chair (PCRID) Restructuring Committee Chair
(NAOBI, INC), By-Laws Committee Chair (NAOBI-DC) and Conference Facilitator (RID)and
currently serves on the Professional Development Committee, and the Diversity Council for
RID. She was recently granted a leadership role within RID; oversight of the development of a
webinar series that will present education on topics under the umbrella of Diversity and Inclusion. .
Educational Objectives:
- Participants will identify the origins of exclusive attitudes, beliefs and behaviors.
2. Participants will explore community/individual beliefs, values and power dynamics as
social construct.
3. Participants will discussion and list some of the dynamics of power as they relate to
encounters of difference and the resulting microaggressions.
4. Participants will discuss the perceived value hierarchies as the relate to differences.
5. Participants will identify through discussions on ways in which power dynamics foster
and or inhibit human interaction/relationships as they relate to differences.
6. Participants will further discuss in groups activities for how to foster growth, support and
development of new leadership for reframing existing power narratives.
Participants will receive a Post-Assessment form that will identify their involvement and understanding of diversity topics covered in the webinar.
Participants will provide feedback via a presenter evaluation form.
This course is being offered for 0.2 PS PPO (Power, Privilege, and Oppression) CEUs: 1 hour webinar presentation & 1 hour of participation in the online community discussion forum following the webinar.
Diversity Academy Online provides:
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Pre/post assessment questions
Active participation in the online discussion forum
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