A Colorado native with a passion for education and community, Beth Niznik embodies the spirit of constructive engagement and intentional governance. She brings a deep commitment to facilitating dialogue and fostering understanding, particularly in moments of conflict. “I want to make sure that people know that I'm grateful for this amazing opportunity and I thank the people who put me in office,” Niznik shared. “I have a lot of gratitude for that and my door is always open. I love opportunities to hear from people.” Read more: https://trst.in/6hsIBP
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Activator ⚡️, educator 📚, and speaker 🎤 with a passion for building brands, empowering communities, and uplifting humanity.
Earlier this week, our Courageous Voices team presented at New Brunswick Public Schools Summer Professional Development Sessions on a topic entitled, "Facilitating Critical Conversations in Classrooms." When preparing for our presentation, I specifically focused on the supporting diversity section of The New Jersey Department of Education’s Preschool Teaching and Learning Standards and Dr. Gholdy Muhammad’s book entitled, "Cultivating Genius." I personally believe that culturally responsive classrooms lead to culturally responsive communities and societies at large. Regardless of the industry that we work in, here are some essential questions for us to contemplate: • How are we going about engaging in self-reflection and dialogue to understand our personal attitudes, uncover our biases, and develop cultural sensitivity? • How are we nurturing, supporting, and enhancing the learning of all students (people)? • How much are we willing to invest in learning about the variety of students (people) and families within our district (communities)? • How might we make sense of injustice? • How might we create spaces to name and critique injustice? • How might we work toward social transformation? #ALOVERSAmbition ❤️
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From Henton et al. (2004): How can we put people and places on a shared pathway that celebrates all people to improved community health and living standards? And, how can we foster and cultivate strategies and practices that dynamically support people and place collaborating for "making the creative connection" for building a culture of lifelong learning? Henton, D., Melville, J., Walesh, K. (2004). Civic revolutionaries: Igniting the passion for change in America's communities. Jossy-Bass.
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From Henton et al. (2004): How can we put people and places on a shared pathway that celebrates all people to improved community health and living standards? And, how can we foster and cultivate strategies and practices that dynamically support people and place collaborating for "making the creative connection" for building a culture of lifelong learning? Henton, D., Melville, J., Walesh, K. (2004). Civic revolutionaries: Igniting the passion for change in America's communities. Jossy-Bass.
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Senior at Auburn University Studying Global Studies in Human Sciences minoring in Nonprofit and Philanthropy Studies.
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“Wherever you are, you can make it a better place just by helping people.” Former Camden educator Alfreda Williams continues to be a changemaker in her community. Learn more by reading Naomi Taylor's article below ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eQ9haWqd
Williams’ decades of dedication benefits children in Camden
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Vice President of Policy at CASEL (Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning. Former Deputy Assistant Secretary. #46 Biden-Harris Alum. Former Congressional Staffer.
#BrownvBoard (1954) is one of the most consequential cases in the history of our country. It is the heartbeat of our multiracial democracy and integral to the field of public education. On this 70th anniversary, we see the promise of Brown moving further away. It’s incumbent on all of us to think about our responsibility to fulfilling the promise of Brown. At CASEL, we’re thinking about social and learning (SEL) as a key part of a comprehensive strategy on school integration. Schools do not just become spaces of inclusion without intentional policies and practices that create a sense of belonging and caring relationships. SEL and school integration are interconnected, and we must leverage all tools to help fulfill the promise of Brown. It is imperative for a healthy, multiracial democracy. As Justice Thurgood Marshall stated in 1974, “[f]or unless our children begin to learn together, there is little hope that our people will ever learn to live together and understand each other.” It was a deep honor to write this piece as the VP of Policy at CASEL and a former confessional staffer who led on school integration. Please see more here.
Social and emotional learning and school integration are interconnected, and we must leverage all tools to help fulfill the promise of Brown. It is imperative for a healthy, multiracial democracy. As Justice Thurgood Marshall stated in 1974, “[f]or unless our children begin to learn together, there is little hope that our people will ever learn to live together and understand each other.” Read more on our blog honoring the 70th anniversary of the Brown v. Board of Education decision. ⬇️ ⬇️ ⬇️
To Fulfill the Promise of Brown, Meaningful School Integration Requires SEL - CASEL
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It was an honor to be interviewed by Authority Magazine on the five things you need to know to be a highly effective educator or teacher. As CEO of Brooklyn Lab Charter School, it is my responsibility to set up an environment in which my team — from classroom teachers to custodians – are set up for success. Here’s what we prioritize: · Compensation · Supporting teammates’ wellbeing · Investing in development · Representation · Cultivating a culture of belonging I hope you’ll read the full piece to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gD9rqmDy
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Senior Program Officer, Associate Director, Senior Associate, Director of Academic Engagement, Team Management, Strategic Delegation, Execution, Diversity & Mentorship Skills
#DEIisdemocracy #democracyisDEI #Perfectingtheunion Retreating quietly without a fight, melting quietly into the background, surrendering to the weight of social pressure and political winds. These are all terms for self silencing or the quiet self suppression that is on its way, and in no less than in Washington Township schools! Without any legal prompting, DEI&B monitoring is being outsourced to someone who is not fully qualified to do the work. Ideas of equity, inclusion, and diversity should not be at the mercy of the latest school leader. These kinds of things can happen, at least because the initial commitment was performative and because the DEI&B knowledge base outside of educator preparation is the wild, wild west of entrepreneurial consulting. There should be a formal certification/licensing process in place for DEI&B professionals like compliance officers possess. Otherwise, bad faith actors will simply hire whoever is proximal, rather than the most qualified person. #DemocracyisDEI #RetoolDEIB
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If your school district is doing this, please let me know. The people who were the most excited about DEI roles being added to school districts, are the quietest when districts determine these roles are no longer necessary because DEI work is everyone’s work. Let me say this in a way that makes sense. This is like saying we don’t need special education teachers because supporting special education students is everyone’s work. Yes, DEI work is everyone’s work; however, we need experts to lead us in this work. There’s not enough conversation about schools now finding DEI roles unnecessary. “For the 2023-2024 school year, Dr. Woodson adjusted her cabinet to no longer include a Director of Equity and Inclusion Officer.”
Washington Township shifts DEI work from a director role to multiple roles
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Revolutionary Social Work Professor @ University of Alaska Fairbanks | PhD en route | Co-host of The Revolutionary Social Work Podcast | Co-Founder of A Conscious Party
What does Alan Dettlaff's removal tell us about the tolerance for the tolerance for social change in higher education? Can social work truly embody social justice if advocating for it risks professional repercussions? Alan Dettlaff on his Removal as Dean of University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work In this segment from The Critical Social Worker: A Revolutionary Storytelling Podcast, Christian Ace Stettler asks Alan Dettlaff about his controversial removal as dean from the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work. This discussion illuminates the struggles within academic institutions when confronting systemic issues and the pressures that can arise from advocating for transformative change. Background on the Controversy: Alan Dettlaff shares his journey from his appointment as Dean in 2015, through the pivotal moments that sharpened his focus on racial justice and abolitionist work within social work. His leadership, influenced by major social movements and critical thinkers like Angela Davis, steered the college towards a strong racial justice agenda. This shift, however, was met with resistance from some faculty members concerned about the impact on grant funding and the college's reputation, ultimately leading to his removal. View an article from Inside Higher Ed: https://lnkd.in/gQa3jK43 Alan Dettlaff's Perspective: "I was removed from my position due to the direction I was taking the college, particularly our focus on racial justice and abolition, which some believed threatened our funding and community standing." About This Episode: Episode #48, titled Abolition Social Work | Challenging the Status Quo, explores the tensions that arise when academic leaders push for systemic change within their institutions. It look sinto the personal and professional consequences faced by those who challenge entrenched systems and the impact of such actions on academic freedom and advocacy in social work. Join the Conversation: How can social work live up to it's ethical obligation to fight for social justice? What can be done to protect educators who face backlash for advocating for justice and abolition within their fields? Discover more about the ongoing conversation and listen to the full discussion here: https://lnkd.in/gV3dc-qG #SocialJusticeInAcademia #AcademicFreedom #RacialJustice #AbolitionistSocialWork #SystemicChange
Alan Dettlaff on his Removal as Dean of University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work
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Being curious, taking time to do some research, and asking great questions enhances your learning experiences. It also reveals information about people, places, and lived experiences that we may never attain from only reading books, watching videos, or finding articles online. For Anthony Johnson, a student at The University of Akron, being curious and inquisitive have enhanced his collegiate experience. Read his blog to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gQvTdxQq | #curiosity | #askquestions | #NMGZCommunity | #engagecleveland | #TheCLE | . . . Sydney Chinchanachokchai | Chas Withers | Dix & Eaton | #NMGZCLE |
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