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Use these conversation starters after you have witnessed a person do or say something offensive.

When I saw/heard _____, I felt…

This statement begins with an objective observation before sharing your feelings. It does not presume that the other person acted intentionally out of malice and allows you to challenge their perspective.

Let's take a moment to consider how _____ might have felt when they saw/heard _____.

This conversation starter signals empathy, which is essential in conversations about implicit bias. It invites individuals to enrich their perspective rather than indicting them for their actions.