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UBUNTU
UBUNTU
UBUNTU (n.)
A philosophy
A way of being that guides us
Pronunciation: oo-buhn-too
Origin: South African
Definition:
The belief that we are defined by our compassion and humanity towards others. We are all undeniably connected to one another.
UBUNTU allows for individuals to build relationships with one another and find a common ground between each other.
IDENTITY
Identity is complex
Understanding someone’s identity is often limited to what we see on the surface - it doesn’t take the unseen aspects into account
Some aspects of identity are visible while others are invisible to others
It is important to avoid stereotypes and assumptions about an individual’s identity
“The qualities and beliefs that make a particular person or or group different from others” - can include: age, race, physical appearance, sex, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, accessibility…
PERSONAL IDENTITY
Are traits that make one different than others.
This includes: your individual name, personality, history and unique characteristics of the individual and etc.
SOCIAL IDENTITY
This includes connections and affinities that an individual has with other people, values and norms that are accepted.
This impacts the way that the individual behaves in that social setting with that affinity group.
APPLICATION
In your workbook, write down the top 3 identities that you feel closest to.
Next pick one item that you have (either with you or at home) and describe why it is important to you and why it best represents you.
SELF REFLECTION - Waterline of Visibility
Review the image on the side and think about how it relates to yourself.
Reflect on the following and write down any thoughts in your workbook:
What do you easily show to others around you?
Why do you choose to show those aspects
of yourself to others?Does your audience impact what you show
of yourself that can not be physically seen?How has the most visible aspects impacted you in your life?
Do you think anything listed as not being
visible should be included in the visible section?
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