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On Intersectionality and Allyship
If we want to be allies to our students, we have to recognize—and honor—their full identities. That means also recognizing and working to remedy interlocking systems of oppression.
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LGBTQ Historical Figures The erasure of LGBTQ figures from our history books and classrooms does a disservice to students on three fronts: 1) It introduces bias into our studies, providing an incomplete and unfair
November 7, 2018
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Learn From and Honor Black History
Black history is central to our nation’s story. These resources can help celebrate, teach and learn from Black history and experience all year.
February 1, 2024
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A Solitary Struggle
For many activist teachers, the journey of promoting equity in education is a lonely one.
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What Does 'Post Racial' Mean, Anyway?
In this activity, students in the middle and upper grades will explore whether Obama's selection as the president of the United States marks a new era in America, one where race doesn't matter.
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The Case of the Black Barbie Doll
Leslie, a 38-year-old social worker who counsels children with stressful life situations, found her 4-year-old daughter, Sophia, engaged in animated play with her dolls. She watched incredulously as Sophia invited the four white dolls with blonde hair to a tea party while the dark-skinned doll with black hair lay alone across the room.
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Our Work Is Unfinished
After Election Day, this educator remains committed to making room for hope and action in his classroom.
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Don’t Forget About Black Girls
Black women are among the most represented groups in higher education enrollment by race and gender—but that doesn’t mean Black girls don’t face unique struggles in our education system.
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Using Olympic Media to Teach About Intersectionality
The rhetoric used by this summer’s Olympic media has given educators many rich examples to introduce students to intersectionality.