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15 Sep, 2017
USA
An IUPUI Social Justice Education program
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The episode will focus on the topic of trans and queer safety on college campuses, shedding light on the issues of discrimination and violence faced by these students. According to a report by Human Rights Watch, titled "Walking Through the Hailstorm: Discrimination Against LGBT Youth in US Schools," LGBTQ students face significant challenges in school environments, including harassment, bullying, and violence. The report notes that 85% of LGBTQ students have experienced verbal harassment, 58% have experienced physical harassment, and 28% have experienced physical assault. Moreover, LGBTQ students are also more likely to experience exclusion and isolation from their peers and teachers. The podcast will delve into the efforts to create safe and inclusive environments for all students, with a particular focus on the initiatives and policies that colleges can implement to address these issues. This could include the creation of LGBTQ resource centers, the adoption of inclusive policies and practices, and the training of staff and faculty on LGBTQ issues. The discussion will also touch on the importance of allyship and support from the broader campus community in fostering a safe and inclusive environment for trans and queer students.
Did you know that Rosalind Franklin played a crucial role in the discovery of the structure of DNA, but her contribution was overlooked for years due to the theft of her data by a male colleague? In our latest podcast episode, we delve deep into women's representation in STEM and the impact of gender disparities on innovation and economic growth. Join us as we explore women's experiences in STEM, from the history of women in science to current efforts to promote diversity and inclusion. Don't miss this fascinating discussion on women's representation in STEM!
Did you know that in the United States, women earn only 82 cents for every dollar earned by men? And the pay gap is even wider for women of color, with Black women earning only 63 cents and Latinas earning just 55 cents for every dollar earned by white, non-Hispanic men. But it's not just statistics that show the reality of the pay gap. In 2021, the U.S. women's national soccer team sued the U.S. Soccer Federation for gender discrimination, citing pay disparities and other unequal treatment. This high-profile case brought the issue of gender pay discrimination to the forefront of public discussion. In this episode, we'll be examining how race/ethnicity, age, disabilities, and other factors impact the pay gap, and what steps we can take to close it. Don't miss this important and timely discussion on gender pay discrimination. Statistics Source: National Women's Law Center
We will be discussing healthy relationships - What does a healthy relationship look like, what does an unhealthy relationship look like, how to identify, online impact, and warning signs. Our conversation doesn’t limit to a partner-relationship but includes family and friends' relations. If you've experienced domestic or intimate partner violence, you can call the National Domestic Violence hotline on 1-800-799-7233. If you have experienced sexual abuse, call the free, confidential National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673), or access the 24-7 https://www.rainn.org. IUPUI offers confidential advocacy services to victims of dating, interpersonal, or domestic violence, stalking, sexual assault and more. To make an appointment with a confidential advocate, email [email protected]; call 317-274-5715; or visit Counseling and Psychological Services in Walker Plaza 220. https://studentaffairs.iupui.edu/health/counseling-psychological/index.html For resources, education, and trainings about the topics mentioned above, visit the Sexual Assault Prevention, Intervention and Response Task Force website. https://sapir.iupui.edu/Resources/Education-and-Trainings NSVRC (opens in a new tab) provides many different educational opportunities and resources for victim advocates, survivors, researchers, prevention specialists, and community members. https://www.nsvrc.org Coburn Place: In the Greater Indianapolis area, Coburn Place provides sympathetic support and secure housing options to victims of domestic violence and their children. We shed light on a course of action that will revive hope and advance healing. We specialize in new beginnings. https://coburnplace.org Find a domestic violence survivor shelter: https://www.domesticshelters.org/#?radius=50&page=1
Welcome to Hash It Out Podcast! In peace and solidarity for an 18-year-old IUB Asian Hate Crime survivor, we will discuss Asian hate crimes, examples from Indiana schools, and the role of social media in spewing hate crimes. Before we begin, this episode contains potentially alarming content to some listeners. Please feel free to step away and take a moment for yourself.
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