BRBR – Lesson 7 – Privilege, Oppression, & Being an Ally

Be Real. Be Ready. - Lesson 7

Privilege, Oppression, & Being an Ally

“Be Real. Be Ready.” is a comprehensive relationship and sexuality curriculum for high school students. The full curriculum is made up of 26 lessons. Educators are welcome to select which lessons best serve the needs of their students.

Lesson 7’s Objective:

1. Students will be able to define privilege, oppression, and ally. 
2. Students will explore the effects of oppression on a person and community. 
3. Students will understand how to be an ally to all people including LGBTQIQ people. 
4. Students will develop empathy for others.