Each time we gather to caucus we will re-establish our ground rules for caucusing. Our group responsibility is to stay focused on the manifestations of internalized racist oppression.
Speak from your heart and your experience. Use “I” statements.
Don’t interrupt people who are speaking.
Be conscious of how your use of language may perpetuate racism, sexism, homophobia or ageism.
Be conscious of how much space you take up or how much you speak in a group.
Practice “move up, move up” so we can each contribute to equal participation. (If you tend to talk a lot in groups, “move up” your listening to allow others space. If you rarely speak in groups, “move up” your speaking so you share your thoughts with the group.)
Be conscious of how often you are actively listening to what other people are saying as opposed to just waiting your turn and/or thinking about what you'll say next. Become a good listener.
Respect different views and opinions.
Balance gender, age and resident/faculty/____ participation.
People who haven’t yet spoken get priority.
None of us are experts.
It is the group’s responsibility to challenge oppressive remarks. Respect the person, challenge the behavior.
Respect caucus confidentiality. By this we mean we will not disclose the statements of individuals. BUT as a way to be accountable to our peers of color, it IS ok to discuss what we talked about as a group.