1. Healing from the Effects of Internalized Oppression

2. Internalized Oppression
Occurs when people internalize the way they are targeted or discriminated against
Operates on individual and group levels
Causes people to view societal problems as their fault

3. How do you heal and overcome?
Befriend those who are struggling
Celebrate your culture
Form groups to heal
Act against oppression
Point out internalized oppression
Protect young people

4. Forming a healing group
Meet regularly in small groups
Confidentiality
Use a facilitator
Begin with cultural appreciation
No interrupting
Emotions are part of healing

5. Internalized Oppression as a group problem
Group members assume stereotypes
Stereotyping occurs in all parts of the organization
Individuals struggle to believe in themselves

6. Combating Internalized Oppression
Be a role model
Reward accomplishment
Don't blame others
Explain it to the group
Vent concerns in pairs
Take a stand and be firm
Welcome new members