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Award of Achievement in Anti-Oppression
The Award of Achievement in Anti-Oppression allows participants to reflect on systems of oppression towards Black, Asian, Muslim, and Jewish communities. Examine the current instances and impact of systems of oppression in the Canadian context. Learn new skills and become an ally to equity-deserving group members. Explore strategies and take actions to address oppression, contributing to building a more inclusive environment at Western and in our society. Reflect on current stereotypes and tropes toward members of different faiths and people of colour. After completing this Award of Achievement, you will better understand the harm stereotypes and myths cause to these communities.
The Award of Achievement in Anti-Oppression is a prerequisite for completing the Anti-Oppression Certificate Program. To earn a badge in Anti-Oppression, you must complete all 9 online modules. To receive the Award of Achievement in Anti-Oppression, you must complete the 4 online modules listed below and 1 workshop or webinar.
Once you have completed the requirements, you may request the Award of Achievement here.
Please note: You must upload all of your certificates of completion for the online modules as part of the request form.
Program Details
Program format: Complete four online modules (100% online and asynchronous) and attend at least one workshops or webinar.
The Award of Achievement in Anti-Oppression consists of four e-learning modules you can navigate at your own pace. We also offer virtual and in-person workshops that can be found on our website. All of the modules are open for registration at any time.
Assessments: Once you complete each module, participants complete quizzes posted in OWL. There are ten questions in each quiz. You need eight correct answers to pass and be issued a certificate of completion for each module.
Duration: Approximately 10 hours (approximately 8 hours to complete online modules and 2 hours in a workshop).
Cost: Free for Western constituents.
To complete the certificate, you must complete the following online modules:
Unpacking and Addressing Antisemitism
Unpacking and Addressing Anti-Asian Racism
- A Western email account.
- A computer, laptop or tablet using Windows, macOS or iOS
- The latest version of a web browser (or previous major version release).
- A reliable internet connection.
You should also have the technology to watch videos, listen to audio, and download and read PDF files.
You will also need access to a video camera and microphone for synchronous virtual workshops.