Periagoge
Scenario

When historical oppression complicates solidarity

The synagogue I grew up in is discussing how to respond to requests for solidarity with reparations movements, and some members are saying our own history of persecution means we understand, while others are saying we earned our success.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Shared experience of injustice does not automatically translate to unified analysis or response.

Your guide for this
Juana
Juana works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Reparations — the philosophical case?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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