Inklings: A Social + Justice Innovation Blog
A belief that deliberative, equitable, and inclusive social networks are likely to serve as well-springs of innovation guides the ideas shared on Inklings. While exploring the intersection of deliberative dialogue and social justice, we hope to produce inspiring and engaging pieces that can combine our little inklings of knowledge with the unique perspectives of the readers to unearth transformative innovations on and off our campuses.
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Teaching Deliberative Dialogue as an Alternative
Mandatory diversity training tends to equip people with the skills to tactfully avoid open and genuine exploration of intellectual and cultural difference. Unfortunately, conflict avoidance is not useful if our goal is social justice. A commitment to deliberative dialogue is a superior option.
Crafting Solutions at the Intersection of Deliberative Dialogue & Social Justice
Social justice requires us to remove barriers to advancement and close gaps between our espoused values and current practices. Exploring ideas at the intersection of deliberative dialogue and social justice education can provide innovative strategies to achieve both.
The Quest for Innovation Requires Loving the Unfamiliar
Those seeking to innovate can learn a lot from music artists. The best performers harness their creativity by jettisoning the familiar and learning to appreciate the discomfort that comes from engaging different musical genres and artistic styles.
Social + Justice Innovation: Why is it Needed?
Student Affairs will become an increasingly challenging profession with each passing year. While many iGen-ers voice a strong preference for an inclusive campus community that is safe for all, they are riddled with anxiety when it comes to engaging others ...