This tool is an interactive role-playing activity that can accommodate up to 20 participants. The tool is designed for social service workers wishing to expand their understanding of GBA Plus, intersectionality, and feminism. Participants will explore the difference between “equality” and “equity” through the experiences of women in the 21st century workforce, including newcomers to Canada. Participants will discover how intersecting identity points shape a person’s understanding of the world. The activity is followed by discussion questions and a debrief session.
Content Warning: This activity shares statistics and true-to-life scenarios on gender-based sexual assault and violence that may be triggering for some. It is recommended that a counselor or other mental health resource(s) is/are available to participants during and following the activity.
The Government of Canada offers 24-hour, toll-free crisis support for those impacted by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two Spirit People. This service can be accessed by calling 1-844-413-6649.
Audience: Executive Directors, management, frontline workers and volunteers. Where applicable, SPOs may choose to lead the activity with clients. This tool requires a facilitator.
Duration: Assembling the materials takes 30-40 minutes. The activity itself takes between 60-75 minutes to complete.
Facilitator’s Guide: English French
Activity Script for Facilitators: English French
Instruction Sheet: English French
Discussion Questions: English French
Character Cards: English French
Historical Facts Cards:English French
