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MODULE 1: Inversity 101

Inversity is a new way to think, a new way to analyze best practices and
conceptualize innovative solutions to effectively address issues and conduct dialogue around diversity, equity, and inclusion. Inversity generates maximum positive outcomes for everyone participating in the conversation. Here we explore what Inversity really means and how to embrace it in your own life.

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MODULE 2: Know Thyself

Who do you think you are? In this module, it’s all about you. Once you look inward, gently and without judgment, you’ll be able to see others more clearly, and more compassionately, too. Where do you feel you belong? This module offers a thought-provoking talk given by Karith, pre- and post-module writing prompts to inspire reflection, and recommended books, articles, and academic interviews.

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MODULE 3: Values

In this module, we’re going to talk about who we are, what we bring to the table, and the ways we discover—and signal—where we belong. All of that can be captured in one word: Value. Module 3 offers a thought-provoking talk given by Karith, a guest interview with civil rights and religious freedom champion Kristina Arriaga (US delegation to the UN Human Rights Commission, the US Civil Rights Commission, US Commission on International Religious Freedom), pre- and post-module writing prompts to inspire reflection, and a scientifically-rigorous quiz to help you discern your personal ethics and moral values.

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MODULE 4: Interpretation vs Intention

We’ve discussed our values and the experiences which have shaped us so far. Sometimes those values and experiences filter what we hear to fit a narrative we have about ourselves, whether negative or positive. In this module, we’ll discuss why it benefits us to give more charity and curiosity to what people say — it’s a more effective way to understand and also to challenge what we hear. Module 4 offers a thought-provoking talk given by Karith, a guest interview with Columbia University linguist John McWhorter, pre- and post-module writing prompts to inspire reflection, recommended articles about language and sociology, and a recommended documentary about humor and communication.

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MODULE 5: Know Your History, Know Your Future.

It happens every day, and we’re all a part of it, all the time. It’s history. In this module, we’re going to try to make sense of how we remember our history, and highlight both the tragic—and the heroic—moments and people from our past. Module 5 offers a thought-provoking talk given by Karith, a guest interview with John Stauffer (Sumner R. and Marshall S. Kates Professor of English and of African and African American Studies at Harvard University), pre- and post-module writing prompts to inspire reflection, and a recommended documentary on the moral complications of history.

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MODULE 6: Responsible Reactions

This module is about our inner sanctity. Nelson Mandela’s favorite poem ends with the lines: “I am the master of my fate / I am the captain of my soul.” We have to respect ourselves by discerning what and who is worth our energy. In this module of Inversity, we’re going to talk about our inner life, and how we can honor it best by reacting responsibly. This module offers a thought-provoking talk given by Karith, pre- and post-module writing prompts to inspire reflection, a writing assessment about constructive disagreement, and additional recommended resources.

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MODULE 7: The Power of Your Voice

We’ve talked about who you are, what you value, the way you speak, how you remember, how you react, and now, how you can communicate everything you have to share. We’ve thought about all the content and the nature of your unique voice — now it’s time to authentically express yourself. To do this you’ve got to be able to freely express yourself. This module offers a thought-provoking talk given
by Karith, pre- and post-module writing prompts to inspire reflection, and recommended books, articles, and academic interviews.