The concepts of allyship and accompliceship have emerged as important frameworks for understanding how professionals can support equity, inclusion, and justice within Applied Behavior Analysis. While allyship involves supporting marginalized professionals and communities through awareness, education, and solidarity, accompliceship goes further by actively working to dismantle systemic barriers and sharing risk in the pursuit of structural change.
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Join Free →This presentation explores the vital roles of allyship and accompliceship in fostering inclusivity, equity, and justice within the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of allyship as active support for marginalized professionals, while accompliceship pushes for systemic change. Practical strategies for education, advocacy, and career development will be highlighted, alongside actionable examples specific to the ABA field. Participants will leave equipped with tools to progress from allies to accomplices, embracing the challenges and rewards of transformative action to create a more inclusive and equitable professional environment.
| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|
| BACB® | 1 | Ethics |
| COA | 0 | — |
Jeron Trotman, MS is a highly-skilled, Board-Certified Behavior Analyst. With a strong educational background and extensive experience, Jeron is a dedicated professional who has made significant contributions to the field, particularly in the area of increasing diversity and representation. Mr. Trotman completed his Master of Science in Psychology with an emphasis in ABA from Purdue University. Prior to that, he earned a Bachelor of Science in Sociology from the University of New Hampshire. Mr. Trotman’s educational foundation in both psychology and sociology provides him with a comprehensive understanding of human behavior and social dynamics. He has worked in the field of ABA for over a decade. He currently resides in Atlanta, GA. Mr. Trotman possesses a range of skills that contribute to his success in his profession. Notably, he excels at building strong relationships with clients and caregivers, fostering a comfortable and supportive environment for all parties involved. He has accumulated a wealth of experience through his various roles in the field of ABA. One of his significant achievements is the establishment of Black Men in Behavior Analysis (BMBA). As the President and Founder of BMBA, Mr. Trotman aims to enhance the presence and representation of Black men in field of behavior analysis, promoting diversity and inclusion. Mr. Trotman is currently an active member of several organizations devoted to upholding the professional practice of applied behavior analysis. These organizations include the Association for Professional Behavior Analyst, Black Applied Behavior Analysts, and the Georgia Association of Behavior Analysis. His focus interest includes teaching and instruction, organizational behavior management, behavior analytic consultation to schools, and training, coaching, and mentoring in health and fitness
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