Stress that they will need to explain why they are asking about people s experiences, and remind them to be respectful when asking questions.
Fear is the parent of hatred.
Ask someone to explain the saying. Make sure everyone understands that each of us is different in some way and that learning to accept and appreciate differences is the goal of this exercise. Ask participants to name groups of people who may be either feared or hated, in this country or around the world. If no one acknowledges racism and homophobia fear or hatred of gays and lesbians in the United States, be sure to do so. Point out that when males and females believe stereotypes about the other gender, these mistaken beliefs may lead to difficulties in relationships, but men and women do not usually hate one another.