The Oaks has been deeply committed and involved in justice, equity, and anti-bias initiatives for over ten years. One of the opportunities offered to families is to participate in affinity groups for parents and caregivers.
What is an affinity group? In the broadest sense, affinity groups are groups that are primarily focused on providing safe spaces for individuals with shared experiences to meet.
If you are interested in starting an affinity group or would like to join an existing affinity group, please contact Patty García Word or one of the facilitators listed below.
African Diaspora Affinity Group: Shannon Davis and Sherley Paul
Jewish Affinity Group: Jon Shaywitz
Neurodiversity and Learning Differences Affinity Group: Kristen Vaurio
White Anti-racist Alliance (WARA): Stacey Martino Rivera, Kari Lauritzen, and Megan Dobkin