The social uprising and unrest of 2020 resulted in an increased institutional focus on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI). Many school districts, colleges/universities, municipalities, and corporations scrambled to show their “wokeness” by establishing or re-igniting DEI initiatives and hiring DEI-focused staff. These efforts were happening parallel to attempts by some to control curriculum, limit academic freedom, and stifle efforts to ensure educational equity. In this second webinar of a year-long conversation surrounding the myriad complicated challenges faced by K–20 educators and administrators, join thought leaders Adam A. Smith and Heather C. Lou for a panel discussion and interactive conversation as they examine ways we as educators can go beyond performative DEI and be empowered with real tools to create educational justice and healing. In this webinar, we’ll discuss: Moving beyond cultural competence to cultural mindfulness. The normalization of attacks on curriculum and tools educators can use to maintain academic freedom. The adverse impact of DEI efforts on the wellness of educators of color. The continued impact of racialized trauma on Black and Brown students, educators, and higher education leaders. Register at: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8347085879726189581 Can’t attend? Register now, and you’ll be emailed a recording of the webinar, after the live session ends, […]