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🌟 Closing racial gaps in US pre-K–12 education is not just an ethical imperative—it's a catalyst for inclusive growth in America. With $190 billion in federal funding through the ESSER, we have a unique opportunity to advance racial equity in education. 📚 Discover six strategic actions that could help turn the tide and potentially add up to $700 billion to the nation's GDP. But time is running out—these funds must be utilized by September 2024! ⏳ Read the full article to learn more and see how we can all contribute to this crucial mission. #RacialEquity #EducationForAll #InclusiveGrowth #ESSER #SocialMobility 🔗 https://mck.co/3X2ybK6

🔎 My Reflections on Leading Lundy Community of Practice Temi and I were fortunate to attend and participate in the Leading Lundy Community of Practice at Queen's University Belfast. Keynotes, workshops and conversations were insightful and professionally challenging. They focused on the impact of youth engagement on young people and their significant adults, adult decision-makers and policy shapers, and the symbiotic ecosystem in which all three coexist. A few of my "to be curious about" takeaways: 1️⃣ For Young People: Our engagement strategies must cater to their unique needs and aspirations. This includes: ⚒ Skills and Knowledge Development: Empowering young people with the tools and information they need for future success. 🏡 Building Networks: Connecting them with peers and mentors who can open doors and inspire them. 🤹♂️ Enhancing Resilience and Social Opportunities: Helping them build the capacity to face challenges and forge meaningful relationships. 👩🚀 Impacting Services and Choices: Enabling them to shape the services they use and their level of participation, from policies to incentives to HR to capital investments. 💫 Empowerment and Recognition: Encouraging them to own their power, influence decisions, and gain recognition for their contributions. 2️⃣ For Adult Decision-Makers: Engaging with young people provides invaluable benefits, such as: 🌱 Fresh Perspectives and Direct Insights: Gaining a deeper understanding of young minds to make better-informed decisions. 🧠 Cognitive Diversity and Flexibility: Learning to think differently and adapt to new challenges. 🌏 Improved Communication Skills: Adapting our language and approaches to better connect with younger generations. 📈 Enhanced Decision-Making: Leveraging diverse viewpoints to make more effective and inclusive decisions. We recognized the significant mutual benefits of creative youth engagement approaches. There is real joy in embracing the journey without a clear destination, curating a better understanding between generations along with strengthening the societal contributions of both young people and adults as equity partners, grounded in Children's Rights. Thanks to Bez and Laura and their respective teams for such an inspiring and strengths-based event. One for the memory books! Participation People and I are committed to supporting the next iteration of this Community of Practice in any way we can be most helpful. #YouthEngagement #CommunityOfPractice #Leadership #ProfessionalDevelopment #ParticipationPeople

Today Governor Hochul has announced her proposal to expand resources for youth in education and mental health. This includes the expansion of the successful Latina Mentoring Initiative (LMI) as well as the creation of the Black Girls Mentoring Initiative. LMI is a hallmark program of the NYS Council on Children and Families, and I have no doubt that Black Girls Mentoring will achieve success in helping young women as well. From the press release: Young Latinas have the highest rate of suicide attempts among teen populations in the U.S. In New York State, suicide is the second leading cause of death for Latina teens, and in New York City, 18.5 percent of Latina teens seriously considered suicide in 2019, a percentage higher than their peers. In 2021, the State launched the Latina Mentoring Initiative (LMI) to empower future Latina leaders ages 8 to 24 by building soft skills, confidence and nurturing aspirations via personal and professional development. In the last three years, LMI has created a safe space that builds community where youth are inspired by Latina representation, encouraged to expand their possibilities and are affirmed and celebrated. This year, the Governor has proposed to increase investment in the LMI to increase the number of youths served by this impactful program. Additionally, leveraging learnings from the success of the Latina Mentoring Initiative, the Governor has proposed launching the Black Girls Mentoring Initiative to support young Black women.

🌍 Racial Inequalities in Education: Brazil’s Hidden Crisis 📚 Brazil is often celebrated for its diversity, yet beneath this vibrant cultural tapestry lies a stark reality: racial inequalities deeply permeate our education system, perpetuating cycles of poverty and exclusion. 📊 The Numbers Don’t Lie: • Only 35% of Black students complete high school, compared to 53% of white students. • In higher education, just 18% of students in private universities are Black, reflecting a glaring access gap. • Black Brazilians, despite making up more than half the population, are underrepresented in leadership roles and high-paying professions—an echo of the inequalities in education. 🎓 Education as a Catalyst for Change Education has the potential to level the playing field, yet systemic barriers—such as underfunded schools in predominantly Black communities, lack of representation in curricula, and implicit biases—hinder this progress. 💡 What Can We Do? We must challenge these inequalities with: • Affirmative action policies to ensure access to higher education. • Community-driven programs that empower marginalized students. • Representation of Black voices in teaching positions and leadership roles. As someone committed to creating opportunities for young people in Brazil, I believe we cannot wait for change; we must drive it. Through education, we can dismantle these systemic barriers and build a more equitable future. 🚀 Let’s have this conversation! What are your thoughts on addressing racial inequalities in education? Share your insights or tag someone making an impact in this space. #EducationForAll #RacialEquality #SocialImpact #BrazilianDiversity

GetPractice is excited to present…. “Who Do We Want to Become?” Culturally Responsive Practice in Schools and Nonprofit Organizations https://lnkd.in/e3HXiCeX Live Online Training: January 15th, from 8-9pm ET Description: Culturally responsive practice helps social workers engage in self-reflection about their own identities, talk with students and clients about their cultural identities, and use these insights to better understand their organizations. This training will explore key steps needed to move from self-reflection to action, with the goal of fostering culturally responsive, antiracist cultures in schools and nonprofit organizations. Target Audience: Social workers in schools and nonprofit organizations. Practice Level: Beginner Cost and Credits: This is a FREE training; no continuing education credits provided. Certificate of Completion available. Meet the Instructor Kathy Lopes, LICSW is a DEI executive with extensive administrative and clinical experience. She serves as the current Vice President of the National Association of Black Social Workers, the Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for the Newton Public Schools District in Massachusetts, and the inaugural 1st Vice President of the Association of Massachusetts School Equity Leaders (AMSEL). She is an adjunct faculty member at Simmons University Graduate School of Social Work and is also the founder of inKlusion - Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Consulting Services. Lopes is also the co-author of Change the Narrative: How to Foster an Antiracist Culture in Your School.

Introducing 7 Dimensions: Empowering the Next Generation 🌟 At 7 Dimensions, our mission is clear: We empower underserved, marginalized, foster-care, and at-risk youth by providing comprehensive education and equitable opportunities across emotional, physical, social, and intellectual domains. Our nonprofit is dedicated to bridging the educational divide, unlocking potential, and fostering personal and professional excellence. Through collaborative partnerships and innovative approaches, we create sustainable solutions that ensure access to quality education and the tools needed for success. Together, we strengthen families and build more equitable communities. Our Vision: We envision a strong, sustainable platform that delivers comprehensive education to underserved and at-risk Black youth, addressing their emotional, physical, social, and financial needs. By providing tailored educational and mental health resources, we aim to bridge the educational divide and unlock the full potential of the youth we serve, striving to become a leading nonprofit dedicated to empowering them to achieve personal and professional excellence. Join us on this vital journey as we work tirelessly to uplift and empower the next generation! 🌍✨ #7Dimensions #Empowerment #Education #Equity #YouthDevelopment #Nonprofit #Community

As we conclude Hispanic Heritage Month, it's important to remember that the recognition of the rich history and lasting contributions of Latino/a/x communities extends far beyond just one month. While many well-known stories are celebrated, there are also lesser-known yet transformative moments in history that have shaped education and created pathways for equitable learning opportunities for all students. In our blog, we explore two landmark cases—the Lemon Grove Incident and Mendez vs. Westminster—that set the foundation for educational justice and continue to impact today's efforts toward equity in education. Read more: https://bit.ly/3UeGJwH #HispanicHeritageMonth #EquityInEducation

I am excited to announce the expansion of our "Empowering Change: Lesson Plans for Racial Equality" series, now available for Preschool through 8th grade. These lesson plans are designed to provide educators with essential tools to foster racial equity and inclusion at every educational level. The expanded series offers comprehensive, age-appropriate content aimed at inspiring and guiding students toward greater understanding and empathy. Why This Matters: • Addresses racial equity education from an early age through middle school. • Empowers educators with structured, thoughtful lesson plans. • Promotes diversity and inclusion in classrooms nationwide. We believe these materials will help enrich your curriculum and create lasting, positive change in the learning environment. To learn more about the expanded lesson plans or to get your copy, click here to visit our website - https://lnkd.in/ezd-EHCX

Disruption. Equity. Inclusion. 💪 Just before half term, Chatsworth Schools held our latest DEI day at Great Tew hosted by our Head of DEI, Joanna Leach in front of another packed house 🙌🏻 Chatsworth Schools was delighted to welcome DEI expert Penny Rabiger, PhD candidate with the Centre for Race, Education and Decoloniality (CRED) at Leeds Beckett University, a coach on the Anti-Racist School Award (All Chatsworth Schools are working towards it) and content developer for CRED professional learning programmes. There was a thorough examination of some core elements of DEI and specifically anti-racism with some in-depth activities and reflections 👌🏻: 🔎 An overview of The Public Sector Equality Duty for Schools 🔎 Why race in particular & intersections with the other 8 characteristics 🔎 What is race? What is racism? 🔎 What might anti-racism look like? 🔎 Where does racism dwell - the six areas of the Anti-Racism School Award 🔎 Examples of ways of tackling racism and embedding anti-racist practice, and gathering evidence for the award One of the biggest takeaways was that if leaders, schools and school groups are serious about 'disrupting' education, it is impossible to achieve genuine disruption without ensuring every member of your community feels safe, accepted and that they belong 💜 As a global schools family we are totally committed to disrupting the norm in every aspect of education for the benefit of every child and staff member. We have an international platform to disrupt the way school groups approach DEI and we fully intend to be positive DEI disrupters in education through deliberate actions and the evolution of our bespoke Chatsworth Schools DEI Charter 🙌🏾 They are all our children. If we need to disrupt to make sure they all belong, then bring it on! #disrupters #DEI #diversity #equity #inclusion #belonging #globalschoolsfamily