Classism describes discrimination based on social or economic position. The strong dependence of educational success on the social background of parents is an example of classism. Classism is often intertwined with other forms of discrimination, such as racism. For this reason, the need for (intersectional) anti-classist work is emphasized in the educational context, among others. In this short workshop, we will clarify the basics of classism and answer questions such as “What is classism? In what forms does it occur? How can I recognize it?” and then use biographical exercises to reflect on which entanglements with classism we can recognize for ourselves. In a final step, we want to open up the space to start thinking about where and how we encounter classism in our everyday lives and how we can counteract it.
The workshop will be held in german, but can be prepared bilingual if wished. Please write an e-mail to phila.bergmann@hslu.ch if you’re an english speaking participant of the workshop!
