What were some of my assumptions about equity before I
started this Challenge?
I assumed that those with good intentions shouldn't be held accountable for their inequities and microaggressions because their intentions were good.
● In what ways have these assumptions been challenged? In what ways have they been reinforced?
It's our duty as anti-racist educators to challenge any inequity that we see or harm that we see caused even if someone's intentions are good. We need to learn from our biases and make an effort to do better.
● Where have I seen evidence of inequities and systemic and structural racism in my school or community?
Extra curriculars, curriculum, racial discrepancies in behavior referrals
● How can I talk to my family, friends, and colleagues about what I have experienced and learned during this Challenge?
I can continue to grow my knowledge and vocabulary. I can engage in book studies and not be shy to have conversations about race and unjustice.
● What changes or actions can I take to advance equity in my home, school, and community?
I can reevaluate the books that I read, movies and shows that I watch and people that I follow on social media. I can give more support to authors, producers and influencers of color and make sure that all faces are represented in my day to day life.
I assumed that those with good intentions shouldn't be held accountable for their inequities and microaggressions because their intentions were good.
● In what ways have these assumptions been challenged? In what ways have they been reinforced?
It's our duty as anti-racist educators to challenge any inequity that we see or harm that we see caused even if someone's intentions are good. We need to learn from our biases and make an effort to do better.
● Where have I seen evidence of inequities and systemic and structural racism in my school or community?
Extra curriculars, curriculum, racial discrepancies in behavior referrals
● How can I talk to my family, friends, and colleagues about what I have experienced and learned during this Challenge?
I can continue to grow my knowledge and vocabulary. I can engage in book studies and not be shy to have conversations about race and unjustice.
● What changes or actions can I take to advance equity in my home, school, and community?
I can reevaluate the books that I read, movies and shows that I watch and people that I follow on social media. I can give more support to authors, producers and influencers of color and make sure that all faces are represented in my day to day life.