Understanding and Managing Guilt as a Hearing Person In The Deaf Community

As people become more aware of how the system is designed to lift or block certain groups of people, senses of confusion, guilt, or shame can creep in. How do we build deeper cross-cultural alliances in a world of uncertainty and stress?

Outside of intersectional issues (i.e. racism, sexism, etc.), audism and linguicism are common forms of oppression within the Deaf Community. Hearing guilt can emerge when a hearing person feels lost on how to move forward with Deaf and hard of hearing people.

With this webinar, hearing people can begin to transcend hearing guilt and figure out how to engage in the community in healthy ways. Participants will gain a birds-eye view of oppression and the difference between guilt and shame. This foundation leads to a meaningful application of a leadership framework and power dynamics. Each participant will have the opportunity to develop a unique plan to move forward with confidence and compassion.