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Intersectionality and social identity

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Challenge established ideas of identity, and delve into the intricate web of its social construction –  where society, systems and structures impact upon who we are both as individuals and as part of social groups. In this engaging short course, you'll also explore the distinct and powerful forces that define the unique identity of First Nations communities. You'll not only question conventions but also help foster resilience in those navigating their own identity's complexity.

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Key information

Sessions

Fees

$1030

Time commitment

8 weeks (approx. 40hrs)

Delivery

Live, online and recorded

Course credit

Credit points: 2

Entry requirements

There are no entry requirements. However, you will need easy access to a computer and the internet, basic computer literacy skills and proficiency in English.

Who this course is for

Professionals, community volunteers, HR and diversity personnel, policy makers and leaders in any field who are seeking to enhance their understanding of intersectionality. Educators and teachers looking to gain insights into the social construction of identity to create inclusive and culturally sensitive learning environments. Social workers and counsellors wanting to gain resilience-building skills and cultural awareness to better support individuals navigating identity-related challenges. Medical practitioners, business professionals and community advocates looking to enhance their cultural competence and cross-cultural communication. Anyone interested in social issues, diversity and inclusion.

What you'll learn

You'll learn how to:

  • differentiate the diverse effects of structures and systems on personal and group identities
  • uncover the structural repercussions of colonisation on First Nations communities
  • recognise systemic impacts on individuals, groups, and communities through an intersectional perspective
  • proactively analyse how individual identities function within a collective.
  • Week 1: Topic - What is Identity?
  • Week 2: What is Identity? continued
  • Week 3: What are definitions or labels that are socially constructed and applied?
  • Week 4: What are definitions or labels that are socially constructed and applied? continued
    Assessment 1
  • Week 5: How do structures and systems impact individual and collective identities?
  • Week 6: How do structures and systems impact individual and collective identities? continued
  • Week 7: How has Australian history impacted Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples?
    Assessment 2
  • Week 8: How has Australian history impacted Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples? continued

Course outcomes

On successful completion of this course, you'll get:

  • a digital microcredential badge
  • critical thinking skills to question established norms and perceptions surrounding social identity
  • a profound understanding of the distinctive structural forces that define the identity of First Nations communities, fostering cultural awareness and appreciation.

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