TRAUMA-FREE CONTENT SHARING
Hearing and seeing negative news on the regular affects us. Studies have shown that viewing violent news causes trauma. This is even more true when it comes to viewing violent news involving Black people, especially if you are also a Black person.
Before you decide to share, here are few basic tips to consider:
Think.
Think twice before sharing content related to Black racial violence (ie., violence involving Black people).
Educate.
Educate yourself on why racial violence and racial inequities are triggering to members of the Black community.
Be intentional.
Think about your intention for sharing content related to Black people and/or Black racial violence.
Warning.
If you must share, include a content warning (also known as a trigger warning)
Support.
Encourage dialogue and provide support to Black people affected by racial violence and trauma.
Sharing trauma-free content is one of the simplest ways to show respect during BHM.
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Your favorite Chief Diversity Officer,
Dr. B.
