GAAROA’s Toolbox
Introduction
Here you will find a variety of resources carefully curated by our team to support speech-language pathology and audiology practices that are inclusive, anti-racist, and sensitive to diversity. Whether you want to enrich your knowledge, reflect on your interventions, or explore new avenues for engagement, this toolkit has been designed as an accessible and evolving space where everyone can find guidance and inspiration. We hope these tools will support you in your daily commitment to fairer and more equitable practices.
Click, explore, and if you would like to suggest a resource, feel free to use the “Take Action” button at the top of the page.
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Understand
Learning about and raising awareness of the issues faced by BIPOC is the first step in contributing to the anti-racism movement. This section contains podcasts, documentaries, reports, articles, and more. These resources will help you better understand systemic racism and its impact on our society and our professions.
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Get equipped
The use of diverse and culturally sensitive materials is crucial to ensuring quality services and positive representation of BIPOC within our community. This section contains several resources that can help you better choose your assessment and intervention tools and move toward inclusive and anti-racist practices.
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Get trained
Continuing education is a great way to continue developing your skills and cultural humility. This section features articles, webinars, and training opportunities that will help you continue learning and improving your practice.
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Get involved
Want to be a better ally? This section lists several organizations and resources you can get involved with.
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Community resources
Partnerships with community resources in the health, education, and private sectors are essential. This section presents a wide variety of community organizations that support BIPOC in different ways and in various contexts.