Affinity U
Affinity U aims to support and empower undergraduate and graduate students of the global majority in Communication Sciences and Disorders programs by providing a safe space for advocacy, resources, and peer support to address and overcome challenges related to inequities, attrition, and underrepresentation in the profession.
Mission:
Our mission is to create a supportive and empowering community for undergraduate and graduate students of the global majority in Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) programs. Recognizing the unique challenges and inequities faced by these students, our group is dedicated to advocating for their academic and personal success. Through the provision of resources, peer support, and professional guidance, we aim to address issues of attrition and underrepresentation in the CSD field. Our goal is to foster an inclusive environment where every student can thrive and contribute to the diversity and excellence of CSD professions.
About:
Affinity U is a dedicated community for undergraduate and graduate students of the global majority enrolled in Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) programs. Our group was established to provide a supportive space where students can share experiences, access resources, and receive the advocacy they need to succeed academically and personally.
Recognizing the unique challenges and inequities faced by students of color in CSD programs, we are committed to addressing issues of attrition and underrepresentation in the field. Our group offers peer support, professional guidance, and a wealth of resources to help students navigate their academic journey and prepare for successful careers in CSD professions.
Through our collective efforts, we aim to foster a diverse and inclusive environment where every member feels valued, supported, and empowered to achieve their full potential. Join us to connect with peers, access valuable resources, and contribute to the advancement of diversity and excellence in the field of Communication Sciences and Disorders. Learn More
Best Value
Affinity U
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Affinity U is a space exclusively for post-secondary CSD students of the global majority
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AAE Essentials
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This webinar is designed to support speech-language pathologists in identifying key features of African American English (AAE) across linguistic domains. The course explores strategies to promote more effective assessment and service delivery for AAE-speaking students. | This course is offered for 0.1 ASHA CEUs (Intermediate Level, Related Area) This course meets DEI requirements set forth by ASHA.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
Upon course completion, participants will be able to:
• identify prominent features of African American English
• list three strategies to improve diagnostic accuracy for AAE-speaking populations
• integrate more equitable practices and procedures into speech-language therapy
COURSE DETAILS:
Subject Code: Related Area 7030
Completion requirements: Quiz, course review completed within 5 days of attending the webinar.
COURSE AGENDA:
5 min – Introduction | 20 min – Dialect Features | 20 min – Diagnostic Procedures |
10 min – Deficit Theories and Codeswitching | 5 min – Conclusion and Q & A
PRESENTER BIO:
Dr. Latimer-Hearn holds a Ph.D. in Instructional Leadership for Changing Populations and has served as a multilingual speech-language pathologist and educational consultant in the US and abroad since 2002. She is a recipient of the AERA Minority Dissertation Fellowship Award. Her internationally recognized research focuses on AAE, cultural-linguistic diversity, and race and class issues in education. For more information visit www.dlhearn.net.
PRESENTER DISCLOSURES:
Financial Disclosures:
Dr. Latimer-Hearn is an employee of REACT Initiative, Inc. and will receive payment for presenting this course. She is also a recipient of the American Education Research Association (AERA) Minority Dissertation Fellowship Award which was used to fund a portion of her doctoral research.
Nonfinancial Disclosures:
Dr. Latimer-Hearn is the founder and administrator of Respect the Dialect, an online community promoting awareness of AAE.
CONTINUING EDUCATION COMPLAINT RESOLUTION POLICY:
Best Value
AAE Essentials (SS)
20
Self-Study Webinar for 0.1 ASHA CEUs
Valid for one week
Course Offerings
Unless otherwise indicated, course offerings by REACT Initiative, Inc. meet ASHA's DEI requirements
This self study course is designed to support speech-language pathologists and other leaners in identifying key features of African American English (AAE) across linguistic domains. The course explores strategies to promote more effective assessment and service delivery for AAE-speaking students. 0.1 ASHA CEUS Pending
This live webinar course is designed to support speech-language pathologists in identifying key features of African American English (AAE) across linguistic domains. The course explores strategies to promote more effective assessment and service delivery for AAE-speaking students. 0.1 ASHA CEUs
This course, using a Critical Race Theory framework, supports speech pathologists in identifying key features of African American English dialect across linguistic domains. The course explores methods for effective assessment & support for AAE-speaking students with and without identified disorders. Participants will learn to effectively advocate for AAE speakers and to promote awareness and understanding among educational stakeholders. 0.2 ASHA CEUs
This course supports speech-language pathologists and educators in promoting equitable assessment, treatment (where appropriate), and instruction for AAE-speaking students. Participants examine strategies to improve assessment and identification of appropriate therapeutic targets. 0.15 ASHA CEUs
Culturally relevant and sustaining pedagogy are vital to effective service delivery. This course examines Black culture and identity and supports clinicians of diverse backgrounds in incorporating this rich content into therapy. Participants explore the significance of events such as Black History Month and Juneteenth as they relate to the Black experience in contemporary society. Participants will learn to effectively and respectfully incorporate content into therapy. 0.15 ASHA CEUs
In this course participants will examine the practice of cultural policing in school settings and its relationship to involvement in the school-to-confinement pipeline. Participants explore factors placing students at risk for involvement in remedial and punitive programs. Finally, participants explore strategies to improve student self-advocacy and equip educational stakeholders with strategies to disrupt the school-to-confinement pipeline. 0.15 ASHA CEUs
Participants will define and explore cultural-linguistic policing in schools. Participants will discuss potential impact of racism and cultural-linguistic policing on academic performance and student mental health. Finally, participants will outline culturally sustaining pedagogies that can be incorporated into instruction and intervention. 0.15 ASHA CEUs
This course surveys culturally relevant teaching and culturally sustaining pedagogies. School-based speech-language pathologists explore methods for incorporating these practices into service delivery to promote more equitable outcomes for global majority students. 0.15 ASHA CEUs
This course, using a Critical Race Theory framework, supports post-secondary faculty/staff in Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) programs in identifying implicit and explicit race and class biases related to instruction and learning. With a focus on culturally responsive pedagogy, the course guides educators in developing content & instruction that is inclusive to a diverse student body and that prepares students for provision of equitable services for diverse populations. 0.2 ASHA CEUs
This course examines strategies and methods for advocating African American students across educational settings. Participants will identify barriers to educational access, analyze components of culturally sustaining pedagogy, and learn the benefits of partnering with various educational stakeholders to improve equity and access to educational opportunities for African American students. 0.15 ASHA CEUs
This live webinar examines race and class intersectionality as factors impacting access to and agency in healthcare and service delivery. Attendees explore issues relating to inequitable health outcomes including personal biases and social determinants of health. Attendees identify tangible steps to advocate for minoritized groups. 0.2 ASHA CEUs
Language Acquisition and Development | Cultural and Linguistic Diversity in Education | Race and Class Equity | Title IX | Racism, Discrimination, and Implicit Bias | School-to-Confinement Pipeline | Disproportionality in Special Education | Equitable Assessment and Service Delivery | Curricular Content and Equity | Therapy in International Contexts | Equity Issues in Social Work | Equity Issues in Occupational Therapy | Equity Issues in Speech-Language Pathology
