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April 27, 2021

Chauvin Was Found Guilty. Now What?

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This open letter reminds educators that accountability isn’t justice—and that justice requires an ongoing commitment to anti-racism from all of us.

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Race & Ethnicity Rights & Activism

April 23, 2021

Anti-racism: Educators Must Do the Heavy Lifting

Educators can’t identify as anti-racist without addressing the racism already present in schools.

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Race & Ethnicity

April 15, 2021

Supporting Arab American Students in the Classroom

Educators can uplift Arab American students, counter negative narratives and make classroom content more inclusive. Here’s how to start.

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Race & Ethnicity

April 14, 2021

Use the Tools of Science to Recognize Inequity in Science

We know anti-racist STEM curriculum is critical, but it can be hard to find. These LFJ grantees have created a resource to help.

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Race & Ethnicity Rights & Activism

April 8, 2021

Talking With Students About Transgender Athletes

A classroom full of students raising their hands in front of their teacher.

As lawmakers across the country continue to restrict the rights of trans people—particularly trans students—educators can take this moment to start a conversation about transgender identity, justice and ways to take action.

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Gender & Sexual Identity Rights & Activism

March 26, 2021

Humanizing Asian Americans in the Classroom Through Children’s Literature

Two young students reading separate books.

Asian American stories are often absent from classroom libraries. In this article, one educator explains why this gap is so harmful—and recommends ways to fix it.

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Race & Ethnicity Immigration

March 17, 2021

Responding to Anti-Asian Violence and Georgia Shootings

A single lit candle surrounded by darkness.

After a shooting spree in Georgia took the lives of eight people—including six Asian American women—it’s important to pause, check in and prioritize care.

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Race & Ethnicity Class Gender & Sexual Identity

March 17, 2021

After Atlanta: Teaching About Asian American Identity and History

Person writing notes while looking at computer

One LFJ award winner shares the conversation she started with students the day after the attacks in Atlanta and recommends resources anyone can use to teach about Asian American history and identity.

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Race & Ethnicity

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