Diversity Classism Presented by Janette De La Rosa Ducut, Ed.D. Training Manager
Principles of Community Race/Ethnicity Age Religion Politics Gender Sexual Orientation National Origin Physical Ability
Definition \ ‘klas \ Relative status according to income, power, and/or position
Nobles Ancient Roman Citizenship CommonsEquestriansSlaves
ScholarFarmer Artisan Merchant Chinese Four occupations
Priests Warriors and Rulers Traders Laborers Outcasts Indian Caste System
American Capitalism Lower Middle Upper
\ ‘kla – si- zƏm \ Systematic oppression of people on the basis of social or economic class
Compare your income Second fifth$17,917 to $33,377 Lowest fifth$00,000 to $17,916 Fourth fifth$53,163 to $84,016 Third fifth$33,378 to $53,162 Third fifth$84,016 or more
\ ‘kla – si- zƏm \ Systematic oppression of people on the basis of social or economic class
Poverty …is the extent to which an individual does without resources FinancialEmotional MentalSpiritual PhysicalSupportRole Models Hidden Rules
Hidden Rules of Class Should we teach people how to be successful within each class? Do you agree/disagree? Is poverty a choice?
Standing
Classist Comments “Well, if she was smart, she wouldn't be a waitress.” "Of course I am going to be patronizing to workers, I'm educated.“ "Those homeless people like being homeless; they choose to be that way” "Why should I listen to anything you say — what have you got to show for yourself?“ "I remember when that outfit used to be in style. I loved it. I gave mine to my cleaning woman.“ "You better simplify these statements if you want them to understand" — spoken about the poor in need.