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Mathura "Temwa" Mahendren guides listeners through a brave and compassionate exploration of their identities, narratives, and practices as researchers (broadly defined to include most of us!) living and working within systems steeped in white supremacy. Dismantling the Master's Tools is the audio companion to the digital toolkit entitled Dismantling the Master's Tools: A Somatic Approach to Interrogating White Supremacy in Social R&D and Beyond.
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Mathura "Temwa" Mahendren guides listeners through a brave and compassionate exploration of their identities, narratives, and practices as researchers (broadly defined to include most of us!) living and working within systems steeped in white supremacy. Dismantling the Master's Tools is the audio companion to the digital toolkit entitled Dismantling the Master's Tools: A Somatic Approach to Interrogating White Supremacy in Social R&D and Beyond. ---DTMT ESSENTIALSDOWNLOAD the digital toolkit: dismantlingthemasterstools.comFOLLOW along on Instagram @dismantlingthemasterstoolsGET IN TOUCH at hello@dismantlingthemasterstools.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This module describes the lineage and intention behind the toolkit's title, Dismantling the Master's Tools.---DTMT ESSENTIALSDOWNLOAD the digital toolkit: dismantlingthemasterstools.comFOLLOW along on Instagram @dismantlingthemasterstoolsGET IN TOUCH at hello@dismantlingthemasterstools.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This module features a quote from writer, coach, and dear friend Fatima Kamenge which doubles as a reflection and a heads-up for listeners of this work.---DTMT ESSENTIALSDOWNLOAD the digital toolkit: dismantlingthemasterstools.comFOLLOW along on Instagram @dismantlingthemasterstoolsGET IN TOUCH at hello@dismantlingthemasterstools.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This module shares how the scope of this toolkit changed over the course of its development, ultimately increasing its sphere of relevance and potential impact.---DTMT ESSENTIALSDOWNLOAD the digital toolkit: dismantlingthemasterstools.comFOLLOW along on Instagram @dismantlingthemasterstoolsGET IN TOUCH at hello@dismantlingthemasterstools.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This module is a brief summary of what the toolkit is about, the type of content it contains, and what you can expect to get out of it.---DTMT ESSENTIALSDOWNLOAD the digital toolkit: dismantlingthemasterstools.comFOLLOW along on Instagram @dismantlingthemasterstoolsGET IN TOUCH at hello@dismantlingthemasterstools.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This module acknowledges the people and places whose contributions were invaluable to the development of this toolkit.---DTMT ESSENTIALSDOWNLOAD the digital toolkit: dismantlingthemasterstools.comFOLLOW along on Instagram @dismantlingthemasterstoolsGET IN TOUCH at hello@dismantlingthemasterstools.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This module acknowledges the unceded Indigenous territory upon which this toolkit was conceived and created, and commits to action that honours and supports Indigenous sovereignty.---DTMT ESSENTIALSDOWNLOAD the digital toolkit: dismantlingthemasterstools.comFOLLOW along on Instagram @dismantlingthemasterstoolsGET IN TOUCH at hello@dismantlingthemasterstools.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This module shares a dedication to two groups of people whose support and guidance has been invaluable to author Mathura Mahendren in the creation of this toolkit.---DTMT ESSENTIALSDOWNLOAD the digital toolkit: dismantlingthemasterstools.comFOLLOW along on Instagram @dismantlingthemasterstoolsGET IN TOUCH at hello@dismantlingthemasterstools.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This module shares a somatic practice that listeners are invited to practice as a way of grounding before each instance of engaging with this toolkit. This practice was originally shared by somatic practitioner Resmaa Menakem in his book, My Grandmother's Hands.---DTMT ESSENTIALSDOWNLOAD the digital toolkit: dismantlingthemasterstools.comFOLLOW along on Instagram @dismantlingthemasterstoolsGET IN TOUCH at hello@dismantlingthemasterstools.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This module briefly introduces the contents of Chapter 1, entitled What Exactly Am I Getting Myself Into (AKA Informed Consent)?---DTMT ESSENTIALSDOWNLOAD the digital toolkit: dismantlingthemasterstools.comFOLLOW along on Instagram @dismantlingthemasterstoolsGET IN TOUCH at hello@dismantlingthemasterstools.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This module shares how this toolkit can help you direct the critical inquiry that we as researchers typically direct outwards to understand "the other", inwards to better understand ourselves.---DTMT ESSENTIALSDOWNLOAD the digital toolkit: dismantlingthemasterstools.comFOLLOW along on Instagram @dismantlingthemasterstoolsGET IN TOUCH at hello@dismantlingthemasterstools.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This module builds the rationale for why this work is needed within the social innovation sector, by critically examining the ways in which the status quo has and continues to cause harm. ---DTMT ESSENTIALSDOWNLOAD the digital toolkit: dismantlingthemasterstools.comFOLLOW along on Instagram @dismantlingthemasterstoolsGET IN TOUCH at hello@dismantlingthemasterstools.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This module defines what the terms "research" and "researcher" mean in the context of this toolkit. Hint: We define them very broadly - most of us are researchers!---DTMT ESSENTIALSDOWNLOAD the digital toolkit: dismantlingthemasterstools.comFOLLOW along on Instagram @dismantlingthemasterstoolsGET IN TOUCH at hello@dismantlingthemasterstools.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This module shares definitions for "harm", alongside related terms like "abuse", "conflict", "critique", "misunderstandings", "contradictions" and "mistakes." All definitions are drawn from adrienne maree brown's book, We Will Not Cancel Us. ---DTMT ESSENTIALSDOWNLOAD the digital toolkit: dismantlingthemasterstools.comFOLLOW along on Instagram @dismantlingthemasterstoolsGET IN TOUCH at hello@dismantlingthemasterstools.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This module outlines the key differences between "harm" and "failure" and the distinct impact they each have. It includes reflection prompts and an invitation for listeners to engage in deeper reflection on this topic.---DTMT ESSENTIALSDOWNLOAD the digital toolkit: dismantlingthemasterstools.comFOLLOW along on Instagram @dismantlingthemasterstoolsGET IN TOUCH at hello@dismantlingthemasterstools.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This module shares a case study in which author Mathura Mahendren describes an instance of causing unintentional yet direct harm within her work. She shares the circumstances in which the harm took place, the experiences of those involved, and the actions taken to repair and prevent repetition of the harm.---DTMT ESSENTIALSDOWNLOAD the digital toolkit: dismantlingthemasterstools.comFOLLOW along on Instagram @dismantlingthemasterstoolsGET IN TOUCH at hello@dismantlingthemasterstools.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This module outlines how author Mathura Mahendren came to this work, the challenges she encountered in the process of developing this toolkit, and the ways in which the intersection of her identities has shaped what it has become.---DTMT ESSENTIALSDOWNLOAD the digital toolkit: dismantlingthemasterstools.comFOLLOW along on Instagram @dismantlingthemasterstoolsGET IN TOUCH at hello@dismantlingthemasterstools.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This module describes the six guiding principles that have shaped author Mathura Mahendren's approach to building this toolkit.---DTMT ESSENTIALSDOWNLOAD the digital toolkit: dismantlingthemasterstools.comFOLLOW along on Instagram @dismantlingthemasterstoolsGET IN TOUCH at hello@dismantlingthemasterstools.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This module describes what engaging in this work can bring up in you, for you, and around you. It invites you to opt into this process with an understanding of these possibilities and the responsibility that comes with. ---DTMT ESSENTIALSDOWNLOAD the digital toolkit: dismantlingthemasterstools.comFOLLOW along on Instagram @dismantlingthemasterstoolsGET IN TOUCH at hello@dismantlingthemasterstools.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This module articulates author Mathura Mahendren's boundaries around engaging with feedback about this toolkit, and invites listeners to consider their own boundaries as they move through this work. It includes reflection prompts to facilitate deeper reflection on this topic.---DTMT ESSENTIALSDOWNLOAD the digital toolkit: dismantlingthemasterstools.comFOLLOW along on Instagram @dismantlingthemasterstoolsGET IN TOUCH at hello@dismantlingthemasterstools.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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