Microaggressions usually involves demeaning implications and other subtle insults against marginalized groups. They can be very harmful since they perpetuate stereotypes and create a wide array of psychological, physical and emotional problems. Furthermore, they can potentially devalue social group identities, lead to lower work productivity, and create inequities in educational learning. This workshop will explore this important topic in our society including what microaggressions are, various ways they’re conveyed, and the impact on cultural groups. Additionally, strategies will be identified to assist with reducing this subtle form of discrimination.
Registrants who fully attend this training will be eligible to receive 2 continuing education (CE) hours certified by the Minnesota Board of Social Work. CE certificates are provided by People Incorporated Training Institute.
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Fiyyaz Karim, PsyD, is a resident faculty member in the master of professional studies in integrated behavioral health and master of professional studies in addictions counseling programs at the University of Minnesota.
Prior to working in higher education, Karim was employed in community mental health outpatient settings, many addressing the needs of underserved and minority populations. His clinical interests include identity development, grief and loss, social justice issues, health psychology, trauma, and PTSD. He has conducted professional training sessions and presented on diversity issues including microaggressions, cultural appropriation, and racial identity.
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Karim has done clinical work and research in grief and loss, with an emphasis on unemployment, divorce (or relationship losses), chronic illness, addictions, and more recently losses with the pandemic. He has also done mental health work and research in trauma/PTSD, especially with immigrants/refugees.
The Great Lakes MHTTC is offering this training for individuals working in HHS Region 5: IL, IN, MI, MN, OH, WI. This training is being provided in response to a need identified by Region 5 stakeholders.
