**Recorded live event. You must pass the quiz with a score of 80% to receive 1 General CEU from Washington State. You may also receive 1 CEU from the Center for Guardianship Certification. Please check with your state to determine if these CEU credits meet your needs.**

Per Washington state policy, course credit can only be received once per course per biennial reporting period.

Professionals registered in Washington State must submit a completed Course Attestation Form to us via email or course upload in order to receive credit. The Center for Guardianship Excellence is required to report this form to the state within 30 days of the course. It is entirely your responsibility to complete and return the form before the 30-day deadline. The Center is not responsible if credit is not granted due to a missing or late form.

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Social identity determines how we label ourselves and others. It provides a sense of belonging to or exclusion from groups. Some groups have privilege, while others are marginalized. Characteristics like gender, race, age, and abilities influence interactions, opportunities, and outcomes for individuals under guardianship. Is someone included or excluded? Advantaged or disadvantaged?

By gaining a better understanding of people’s intersecting identities and how they impact experiences, we can work to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. This session discusses how intersecting social identities shape perceptions, experiences, and relationships, particularly guardianship relationships, and provides strategies for discussing sensitive topics. This understanding will allow guardians to help individuals with a guardian feel valued and supported.