This Juneteenth, we are pleased to support UNCF (the United Negro College Fund), whose mission is to increase access to education and opportunities for students of color. Jimmy Choo remains committed to the advancement of racial equity and justice.
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Speaker, Writer, Podcaster, and Founder of Act Justly Love Mercy & Tribes Leadership! Helping leaders live out their mission with clarity!
New Blog Post! More of a thank you letter to Sandra Duff Anderson! Join me as I talk about one of the biggest influences of my childhood. It takes a lot to build a village, but it will only be done with people who are willing to sacrifice for the benefit of others. "As I reflect on God's Church Christian Academy (GCCA), I can't help but ask the question, "Was it a better school than Carrie A. Tuggle Elementary would have been for me or Wilkerson Middle for my sister?" If I'm honest, the answer to that question is probably not, but it's complicated. GCCA wasn't a wealthy school, nor a segregation academy (schools started after the 1954 Brown v Board ruling meant to curb integration); it was an all-Black school founded to provide hope and second chances. GCCA was in an older building and housed students from Kindergarten to twelfth grade. It was a large red brick building with a basketball court across the street and always seemed full of life and energy. Its original purpose was either a large church or a small school, but my memory fails me to recall its original design. I had many experiences there. I will share a few enjoyable memories, but here are a few, shall I say, traumatic ones that shaped my childhood at this school." #communitybuilders #communitybuilding #servantleadership #teachers https://lnkd.in/era8GuYa
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CEO - Baltimore Collegiate School for Boys- Strategic Executive Leader | Expert in Team Development, Sales Management, and Organizational Growth | Proven Track Record in Media, Education, and Real Estate
Together we can impact the trajectory of African American boys in Baltimore and beyond. Please see my op-ed in today’s Baltimore Sun and share it with those who care about making a difference. All the best!!
The crucial role of early education for African American boys | GUEST COMMENTARY
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Anti-racism isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a revolutionary act of love for our nation. It’s about dismantling systems of oppression that have plagued our society for far too long. It’s about recognizing the inherent worth and dignity of every individual, regardless of the color of their skin. Education is our greatest tool in this fight. Anti-racist education challenges the status quo and empowers future generations to create a more just and equitable society. It’s about teaching our children to critically examine the world around them and to stand up against injustice wherever they see it. To Socratically question American paradoxes through the lens of justice is to honor the legacy of our nation’s greatest thinkers. From Emerson to Morrison, these trailblazers have dared to challenge the status quo and envision a more perfect union. We walk in the footsteps of giants when we embrace anti-racism and culturally responsive teaching. So let us stand together, hand in hand, and declare that we will not rest until every voice is heard, every life is valued, and every dream is within reach. Let us be the change we wish to see in the world, and let us do it with love, compassion, and unwavering dedication to American democracy. #StandTogether #BeTheChange #LoveOverHate #JusticeForAll #AmericanValues #EqualityForAll #EducationForChange #Empowerment #FutureLeaders #SocraticWisdom #CriticalThinking #AmericanLegacy #LegacyOfGreatness #Inspiration #ChangeMakers https://lnkd.in/etYS-_ke
We Can't Prioritize Whiteness at the Expense of American Democracy
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In a new Trump Vance administration, the US Department of Education would be abolished. Science and history would be taught through a filter of Christian nationalism and white supremacy. African American studies, teaching the history of the transatlantic slave trade, abolition, the emancipation of enslaved people and the civil rights movement would be made illegal. The specific policies to eradicate Black history from the national curriculum are set out in Project 2025 devised and published by the Heritage Foundation. Far right activist Steve Bannon is leading groups of white supremacists and Christian nationalists to deliver Project 2025. America's far right policies are promoted by Donald Trump, JD Vance and Steve Bannon. They are financed by Peter Thiel, Elon Musk and other wealthy anti-democratic donors. They are designed to withdraw access to evidence-based education from millions of American children and young people from January 2025 should Donald Trump regain control of the White House. Full details of the plans are online www.project2025.org Image credit: Spider Martin/National Museum of African American History and Cultural/Smithsonian Institute
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The #NAACP dropped a resolution on charter schools, and some folks are acting like Black people can’t have a mind of their own. You can be Black. You can be proud. And you can DEFINITELY want to choose your child’s school. #SorryNotSorry this ain’t just about charter schools, it’s about choice. For Black families, opportunity hasn’t always been abundant. We’ve had to fight for everything we have, including the right to choose what’s best for our kids. This isn’t about abandoning public schools, it’s about having options. The narrative around charter schools used to have me singing the same tune. Grandparents were educators, I led racial justice movements – the anti-charter school message was all I knew. Times change, and education needs to evolve too. Some public schools are amazing, some... not so much. Choice empowers parents to find the environment where their child can thrive. This isn’t about blind support for charter schools – it’s about demanding quality education for ALL kids, regardless of zip code or race. #EquityInEducation So, let’s move beyond the stereotypes. Black families deserve a seat at the table, a voice in their child’s education, and the right to choose the path to success. What are your thoughts on school choice? Let’s keep the conversation going in the comments! #UnitedWeEducate #BlackExcellence #SchoolChoiceForTheFuture #PowerToThePeople #EveryKidThrives #BreakingTheCycle https://lnkd.in/eh8qWXB8
Black, Proud and Pro-School Choice: Sorry, I’m Not Sorry
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Educate your children. Do the research. Show them how to do the research. Examine the information. Let them decide. Our story is not a side story. Our perspectives and political strategies are not to be erased and/or made to be less significant…they are to be studied and examined as the critical and pivotal contributions to historical memory that they are AND as a blueprint for contemporary times. This is also why a Pan-African and trans-national approach to studying history is imperative because what was happening in England, connected to what was happening in America, connected to what was happening in Haiti, connected to what was happening in France (and so forth). In a majority Black school district, where the data clearly shows that the education system is failing the majority of the Black student population (and has done so for generations), it is time to start investing in grassroots community solutions that approach education through a culturally relevant and responsive lens. Grassroots community solutions that promote #HighRigor #DeepStudy #ImmersionExperiences and an investment in the cultivation of our children’s scholarship, critical consciousness and pathways to power. #BlackStudies #CulturalStudies #AmericanRevolution #Somerset1772 #DunmoreProclamation #ParentPower #TeachTheBabies
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Educational Equity Coordinator for African-American Student Success, Culturally Responsive Presenter, Speaker, and Consultant
Are you registered? This national event brings together education leaders from across the country, offering a unique opportunity to learn about best governance practices, gain insights into child development, and explore cutting-edge programs and technology to enrich student learning. I will be presenting about the Heritage Program and how we have countered systemic barriers in education within our school and district through the Heritage Program and intentionally targeting educational inequities that have historically affected Black students. Educational Disparities Navigating A-G & College Requirements Access to AP/Dual Enrollment Classes Mentorship and Guidance Counseling -Perception Gap Barriers Benefits of Higher Education Visible Representation in Higher Education and Careers Community Engagement-School-Parent-Community -Economic Barriers Breaking down Costs of Higher Ed/Award Letters Perceptions of Viable Career Paths with Higher Education Comparing Employment Opportunities without a Degree -Fostering a Culture of Educational Achievement Celebrations/Awards for academic achievement -District Initiatives and Systemic Changes Putting District Resources/Funding behind programs that work to improve equity Policy changes that address systemic issues https://lnkd.in/gSj79k-M #nsba2024
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On the anniversary of George Floyd's murder, I want to acknowledge and remember his pain and the worldwide protests that followed. I often tell my colleagues that these days it feels like we're in the twilight zone, especially in #HigherEd. Here in North Carolina, suddenly shifting to where we are now in a UNC system that governs 17 schools (including mine NC State), 5 of them HBCUs, from where we were just four years ago in the months following his death, feels like proverbial whiplash. In the midst of this disappointment, I also remember the gift #GeorgeFloyd gave us is a glimmer of hope. Hope that systemic ills can begin to change, and can do so quickly with the right momentum, as we're still seeing in #disability policy right now. Hope that masses of people can and will rally around a just cause, even while there other major issues competing for our attention. And hope that many people with more privileges will not be quiet and settle for the status quo anymore - especially in Gen Z and Alpha. I don't think the DEIAB industry is perfect by any means. But what industry is? If we humans are involved, perfection can't be the goal. Only progress can. How are you holding on to hope in the face of the disappointment that comes with equity #advocacy and scholarship? https://lnkd.in/eufWFz-A #RethinkRelationship #DEI #LeadershipDevelopment #EducationalEquity #HealthEquity #Neurodiversity
UNC System repeals diversity, inclusion policies, goals at NC public colleges
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Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, the day Union soldiers arrived in Texas to enforce the Emancipation Proclamation - over 2 years after it was passed. Though emancipation was law, many enslavers refused to accept this, choosing to withhold information, forcibly preventing people from access to their basic human rights. This delay reminds us that truth is not enough – access is key. In the spirit of perseverance that we celebrate today, I’d like to highlight an organization from my home state and a few from the one I currently call "home" that work to empower underrepresented communities by providing access to resources that create equitable opportunities: Louisiana: @NorthshoreCF provides scholarships, elevates local nonprofits, and bridges community needs with donor interests in the Northshore region. Washington State: @Tabor100 supports networking and education efforts for minorities, women, and African-American owned businesses. @ElevateWA offers mentorship programs, @UW_EarthLab funds environmental justice projects, @WA_Opportunityscholars supports STEM students, and @WSU's Team Mentoring nurtures diverse STEM talent.
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Nonprofit Administration Leader | Community Engagement Strategist | Corporate Responsibility Enthusiast | Social Impact & Education Advocate
Free Virtual Learning Series...
In collaboration with Donors Choose and National Network of State Teachers of the Year, #UNCF is proud to announce the launch of the "Equity in Education: Advancing Opportunities for Black Teachers and Parents" virtual learning series. This free series will run daily from 12-1 p.m., Feb 12-16, 2024, online. Register now to join the daily series and explore strengthening the Black teacher pipeline: UNCF.org/EquityInEd #BlackTeachersMatter #SupportBlackTeachers
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