📚 UC Berkeley students are making a powerful impact by creating children’s books that highlight Chicanx and Latinx history. In response to increasing K-12 book bans, these students are producing stories that counter historical erasure and provide valuable educational resources. Learn more about this inspiring project and its broader impact on education and history: https://bit.ly/3YCRsUH #Education #BookBan #ChicanxHistory
Kingmakers of Oakland
Education Administration Programs
Oakland , California 1,109 followers
Kingmakers of Oakland is a nonprofit improving educational and life outcomes for Black Male Students.
About us
Kingmakers of Oakland is an award winning non-profit that originated in the Oakland Unified School District’s 1st in the country Office of American Male Achievement (AAMA). After 10+ years in the district, the independent non-profit now supports school districts across the country to improve the educational and life outcomes of Black boys by “healing the fish while treating the toxic ecosystem.” This multi-faceted approach is rooted in a desire to collaborate, coordinate and convene folks who are inspired to create a healthy, affirming learning environment for Black boys in the public school system. Through professional development, narrative change resources, curriculum and more, Kingmakers helps each unique district transform their school environment.
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- Education Administration Programs
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
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- Oakland , California
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- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2018
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Oakland , California , US
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In honor of throwback Thursday, We honor the health of over 700,000 Black children in California. Our new fact sheet with the California Black Health Network and California Black Women’s Health Project highlights the effects of systemic racism and the protective strengths of Black culture. Together, we’re working towards health equity and supporting the Reparations Priority Bill Package. Explore our 2024 Black Children’s Health fact sheet to learn more about the inequities and strengths shaping the lives of Black youth: https://bit.ly/3WRnoTU #HealthEquity #ChildHealth
February 2024 News: Protecting Black Children's Health - The Children's Partnership
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Rise and shine, professionals! We’re excited to announce our flagship youth conference, Kings in the Making, on September 14th from 9 AM to 2 PM. 🌟 This year, we're exploring the theme 'Hip Hop Heals'—a meaningful return to the roots of Hip Hop, where 'Hip' means to know and 'Hop' means to move. 🕺 Join us for a day of music, food, and community as Black boys from grades 3rd through 12th experience the transformative power of Hip-Hop culture. 🎶 Use this link for registration: https://bit.ly/3X1U2CH
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📚 Parental engagement in school site councils is crucial for creating positive changes in our children's education. My personal journey advocating for my daughter's safety led to policy changes and deeper involvement in local governance. Your voice can make a difference too! #ParentalEngagement #EducationAdvocacy #CommunityInvolvement Learn more about how you can get involved and make an impact: https://bit.ly/4fwrkkv
COMMENTARY: Parent engagement can make all the difference
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🔍 New research reveals the persistent issue of inequitable discipline and surveillance faced by young Black boys in schools. The story of 5-year-old Kazaam underscores the need for systemic change to ensure fair treatment and support for all students. #EducationEquality #AntiBias #InnocenceDenied Discover more about the findings and recommendations: https://bit.ly/3AbqUjg
Innocence Denied: Elementary Black Boys Under Surveillance and Inequitably Disciplined (Again)
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👩🏽🏫 Two visionary moms, Kawanna Brown and Lisa Johnson, are transforming the private school experience for Black students through Private School Village. Learn how their grassroots movement is fostering a supportive and inclusive community for Black families. #BlackEducation #Inclusivity #ParentEngagement Read more: https://bit.ly/3WSiiHf
Moms Ignite Movement for Black Kids in Private School
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We were proud to join Congresswoman Barbara Lee at a roundtable discussion focused on public safety and incarceration. It was a powerful opportunity to share the work Kingmakers of Oakland is doing to make our communities safer. Collaboration is key in our fight for social justice, and we’re grateful for the chance to connect with other leaders and organizations doing similar work across the East Bay. Watch the recap video to see how we’re making an impact: https://bit.ly/4crkOZE #PublicSafety #CommunityLeadership #SocialJustice #KingmakersOfOakland #BarbaraLee
Rep Barbara Lee hosts discussion for public safety
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Kingmakers of Oakland had the honor of attending the 2024 Teaching Black History Conference, hosted by Dr. LaGarrett King and the UB Center for K–12 Black History and Racial Literacy Education. This experience provided our team with critical insights into enhancing our Crowns Curriculum, especially in integrating media literacy and centering joy in Black history education. We’re excited to implement these strategies and continue our mission to transform the educational landscape for Black students. Looking forward to contributing even more at next year’s conference! #Education #BlackHistory #Leadership #KingmakersOfOakland
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We're proud to partner with 7th Street Thrives to clean up 7th Street every third Saturday for the next three months. Our commitment to West Oakland drives us to take action, and we invite you to join us at KOO Labs to make a meaningful impact. Let's come together to build a stronger, cleaner community. 💪🏽 #CommunityEngagement #WestOakland #CorporateResponsibility #7thStreetThrives
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📚 Integrating Black history into K-12 education is essential for a comprehensive understanding of our nation's past. Sonya Douglass, director of the Black Education Research Collective, is at the forefront of this movement. Discover how her efforts are transforming education and promoting cross-cultural understanding: https://bit.ly/4dd7J79 #EducationReform #SonyaDouglass
Integrating Black History Builds Better Education
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