As well as external forms of oppression such as institutionalized racism, people of color may also face related self-criticism, self-doubt, and issues including depressive moods and low self-esteem: internalized oppression. These processes can impact physical, mental, spiritual, relational, familial and communal well-being as well as one’s sense of empowerment, confidence and pride.
In this monthly group we’ll come together to learn, grow and connect with each other. You’ll have the opportunity to practice Innerwork methods to address internalized oppression and co-create group approaches for greater awareness and wholeness.
The Innerwork and group work methods come from Mindell Process Work which has been practiced in many community settings worldwide.
Bill Say, MA, is a Korean Japanese American and Process Work Diplomate. He teaches at CIIS, trains and consults on diversity matters with non-profits and community organizations and has conducted a private coaching practice for many years. His website is: www.billsay.com
Closed group for Advanced Students and Graduates of CIIS
CIIS Spring 2019:
Somatics & Society
Closed group classes for the Graduate School of Somatic Psychology
Annual Winter Intensive in Process Work
January 20th – February 21st, 2019
Process Work Institute, Portland Oregon
The course offers a unique opportunity to learn Processwork in an intensive format and within an international group setting. The course includes Processwork’s many applications and its most recent developments, and it is designed as an adult learning event. Participants will learn and study together by means of theory, experiential exercises, and group processes. Since the course attracts students from many nationalities, ethnic groups, and religious backgrounds, issues such as multiculturalism, diversity, and community building are part of the learning experience.
Plus, it will be my first time teaching in the Intensive!
Who likes conflict? Almost no one. But it seems to be an unavoidable part of life. Handled skillfully, conflict can lead to transformation, intimacy, understanding, reduced tension, as well as better relationships, teamwork and community. How can we better engage in conflicts and facilitate them?
This workshop combines brief theoretical lecture, discussion, skill building exercises, and solo, partnered, small group and large group activities.
This workshop is for any individual who struggles with conflict, including parents, partners, team members, leaders, social activists, therapists, and facilitators. But most of all, you.
Learn and practice Process Work theory and tools concerning conflict facilitation
Explore the heart that can hold all sides
Find our conflict facilitation superpower
Expand inner diversity
Practice role awareness and role switching
Contact our values and visions concerning conflict
Worldwork: Group Process, Conflict Facilitation & Eldership
with Bill Say & Rhea Shapiro
Neskowin, Oregon
May 10-16, 2019
Closed group for the Masters in Process Oriented Facilitation Program
Internalized Oppression can depress, limit or destroy our well-being, empowerment and meaningful engagement with life. Internalized oppression is a dynamic of systemic oppression whether based on gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age, ability, appearance or other diversity dimensions. That is, if society constantly puts us down because of some aspect of our identity, it’s common for a part of us to agree with this perception; and then relate to ourselves and others like us with the same doubt or hatred.
In this interactive webinar Zed and Bill will discuss with you Internalized Oppression, share its manifestations and discuss a general strategy to address Internalized Oppression. You will also have the opportunity to try out an Innerwork exercise to address your own Internalized Oppression!
Zed Xaba, M.A., is a black South African woman who has been dealing with Internalized Oppression for all her life, but has been inspired to confront it directly it the past few years. She has presented at conferences on the topic, and was invited to do a TEDx Talk on the subject: https://youtu.be/ZTN2yUVQTGg
Zed has worked as a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion facilitator for two decades in South Africa and globally.
Bill Say, M.A., has worked on his self-criticism/internalized oppression for a long time! He’s learned a lot from this relationship, and has helped clients work with their own inner critics. Bill is a Process Work Diplomate in the San Francisco Bay Area, an instructor at the California Institute of Integral Studies and conduct a private practice utilizing Process Work for individuals, relationships, families, and groups. He offers training and facilitation at the intersection of diversity, conflict and community building.
2020 Events
Worldwork 2020
Musqueam Territory, Vancouver BC Canada
University of British Columbia
May 23-28, 2020
Daring to Dream at the Edge of Our Known Worlds
Worldwork is an opportunity to learn more about the worlds we inhabit- to experience – to feel – to explore with each other the roles that enliven and polarize us, and create a sustainable way of being together. Worldwork is an inclusive, transformative approach to collective conflict, diversity issues, and community building. We explore power dynamics, and embody issues to deepen our awareness and a sense of community and hope. Worldwork includes hard facts and dreaming, thoughts and feelings, me and you.
Pre-conference Seminar with Arny and Amy Mindell: Worldwork Leadership Facilitator Training: May 20-21, 2020
