前阶段研讨会
在旅行之前, participants took part in six pre-trip workshop sessions that laid the foundation for their understanding of key social issues. 这些工作坊涵盖 贫困 & 食品不安全, 刑事司法 & 大规模监禁, LGBTQIA+和妇女/性别问题, 健康 & 教育访问, providing students with the context needed to engage thoughtfully with the communities they would serve.
- 第一次会议- 2022年2月2日星期三: 工作坊题目:“饥饿 & Inequality: Exploring 贫困 and 食品不安全 in Urban America"
- Session #2 – Wednesday February 9, 2022 : "Breaking the Chains: 刑事司法 & 大规模监禁是每个人的问题”
- Session #3 – Wednesday February 16, 2022: "Amplifying Voices: LGBTQIA+ and Women’s Rights"
- Session #4 – Wednesday February 23, 2022 : "Bridging the Gap: 健康 & 教育访问”
“Somebody who normally functions well in our broken system can also function and be adjacent to the problem. Making a difference doesn't always have to be super radical - it can mean doing service at a soup kitchen.——azhaela Hanson C/0 2022
发人深省的对话:
During the trip, the students collaborated with respected organizations like the 人民组织理事会, 我们传递神的爱, 布鲁克林医院中心, 门. 在神的爱我们交付, students helped prepare and deliver meals to individuals suffering from severe illnesses, addressing the urgent issue of food insecurity among the city’s most vulnerable. 在布鲁克林医院中心, they engaged with healthcare professionals to understand the intersection of health equity and social justice. Their work at 门 focused on empowering marginalized youth, helping them gain access to vital educational resources and support services.
建立理解的桥梁:
除了动手服务, the group engaged in rich dialogues with activists, 教育工作者, 以及社区领袖, gaining critical insight into the structural barriers facing marginalized communities in their pursuit of the American Dream. These conversations sparked deep reflection on the role of grassroots efforts and advocacy in achieving long-term social change.
鼓舞人心的变化:
“There’s a role of Higher Education to give young people the tools to recreate systems that look more closely like the American Dream – where everyone has enough” – Vice President Curtis Wright
“ This trip wasn't just an educational experience; it was a call to action. It ignited a passion within us to become agents of change in our own communities. We left New York City with a renewed commitment to social justice and a deeper understanding of the power of collective action.” Glenn Caston, Deputy Chief Inclusion Officer
A key highlight of the trip’s success was the creation of 徐会谈, 模仿TED演讲, where the students returned to Xavier University to share their experiences and insights with the broader campus community. 通过这些演讲, the students described the systemic problems they encountered in New York City and outlined the shared responsibility we all have in addressing social inequities. The 徐会谈 platform allowed the scholars to educate and inspire their peers, emphasizing the importance of active participation in the fight for equity and justice.
反思与感悟: The “Chasing the American Dream” trip was not only a transformative experience for the students involved but also a testament to Xavier University’s commitment to preparing future leaders who are passionate about social justice and community engagement. 通过培养道德领导, 批判性反思, 积极的公民意识, 包容办公室 & Social Justice empowered these students to return home as advocates ready to create positive change.
继续旅程: The OISJ is dedicated to fostering a culture of social justice on our campus and beyond. We believe that education is a powerful tool for change, we encourage all students to explore opportunities for civic engagement and social justice activism.
谢谢你！!
This extraordinary trip was made possible by the support of Gilead Sciences and the unwavering dedication of the OISJ team. 服务的影响, 学习, reflection that took place continues to resonate across Xavier’s campus and the communities these scholars serve.
We extend our deepest gratitude to the organizations and individuals who made this trip possible. 你的支持和指导是无价的.
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