Free Resources

Here at PaperClip Communications, we know how difficult and uncertain this time is, and we’re happy to offer these complimentary resources to help our colleagues:

PDF Downloads

EVENTS AT THE CAPITOL: Nonviolent Peaceful Protests and Civil Resistance – Discover more about the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s six key principles of nonviolence, the key elements for a successful nonviolent campaign and various examples of nonviolent protest methods. Click here to download the PDF. Peaceful Assembly – This simple infographic outlines the right to peaceful assembly while also showing what’s not protected by the First Amendment. Click here to download the PDF. Contending with Escalated Situations – These de-escalation techniques can serve as a starting point to help those involved stay safe. Click here to download the PDF. In a Community of Respect – Tap into this infographic reminder of what goes into the creation of our campus communities of respect. Click here to download the PDF. Socially Responsible Leadership – This one-page handout discusses how student leaders can work to operate ethically and embrace their responsibility to others, with a lasting ripple effect.. Click here to download the PDF. Respectful Dialogue – Engaging in respectful dialogue is a skill that involves listening, gathering varied perspectives and not letting debates digress into disrespectful name-calling and behaviors. HERE is an activity to promote this skill. RACIAL UNREST: Racial Identity and Dynamics Workshop – tools that community members can use to better understand their own racial identity, issues of privilege and oppression, and much more. Click here to download the PDF. Diversity and Social Justice Workshop – resources focusing on how to train student leaders to enhance their awareness about diversity and social justice topics, so they can create more inclusive, respectful organizations. Click here to download the PDF. Posters, Handouts, Memes and Infographics – These resources succinctly share food for thought about important diversity issues (click a title below to download the PDF). 5 Key Characteristics of Implicit Bias DIVERSITY is… In a Community of Respect Change We Are All Beautiful Mosaics We Learn About One Another’s Differences & Commonalities We Embrace the Diversity That Makes Our Community Strong & Beautiful COVID-19 PANDEMIC: Positive Higher Ed News During Difficult COVID-19 Days – spotlights what’s going right as colleagues put their skills and care to the test. Click here to download the PDF. The Very Real Problem of Coronavirus-Related Racism – highlights what’s happening, how language matters, the impact, and advocacy and response efforts. Click here to download the PDF. How to Deal with Discrimination – offers healthy coping mechanisms for those who are targeted by discriminatory behaviors. Click here to download the PDF. Characteristics of Hate Episodes on Campus – explains the difference between hate crimes and hate or bias-motivated incidents, while also offering a Taking Action worksheet. Click here to download the PDF. Grieving the “Little Things” That Have a Big Impact – helps parents, families, faculty and staff better understand how students are mourning what they’d come to know and anticipate, and handling the grief associated with ambiguous loss. Click here to download the PDF.

On-Demand Trainings

On-Demand Training: Supporting Your Remote Staff Balance Productivity Levels with Sensitivity to Isolation Anxiety, Uncertainty & Grief Click Here to Download the Instructions for Accessing the On-Demand Training. On-Demand Training: Anticipatory Anxiety Evolving & Exacerbated Mental Health Crisis Created by the COVID19 Pandemic & Ways to Address It Effectively Click Here to Download the Instructions for Accessing the On-Demand Training.

Self-Care Calendars

Self-Care and Support Calendar – November 2020 Each day day links to a daily prompt with more information. Click Here to Download the November 2020 PDF Calendar. Click Here to Download the October 2020 PDF Calendar. Click Here to Download the May 2020 PDF Calendar. Click Here to Download the April 2020 PDF Calendar.

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