Equity Unlocked

Culturally Responsive School Leadership Institute
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Equity Unlocked

Equity Unlocked is a podcast hosted by CRSLI dedicated to navigating the complexities of educational equity for leaders.

Episodes

  1. OCT 9

    The Missing Component of School Reform: CRSL feat. Dr. Muhammad Khalifa

    In this powerful episode from our EQUITYx Series, we welcome Dr. Muhammad Khalifa, the founder of the Culturally Responsive School Leadership Institute and author of Culturally Responsive School Leadership. Dr. Khalifa delivers his impactful talk titled "The Missing Component of School Reform: Culturally Responsive School Leadership." Throughout this conversation, Dr. Khalifa unpacks crucial topics, including the tension between equity and dehumanization in schools, the historicization of school reform, and how educational leaders can embrace critical, asset-based approaches to transforming school systems. Following the talk, there’s a facilitated interview and a robust Q&A session with the audience. Tune in to explore how Culturally Responsive School Leadership (CRSL) is a pivotal element in advancing equity in education. Stay Connected To CRSLI: Follow Us On IG: https://www.instagram.com/crsl_institute/?hl=en Culturally Responsive School Leadership: https://a.co/d/ezc8OUD

    1h 3m

  2. SEP 18

    "Holding Space: Practices to Support the Sustainability of Black Women School Leaders" feat. Dr. Racquel Armstrong

    In this enlightening episode from our EQUITYx Series, host Kandace Logan engages with Dr. Racquel Armstrong, who shares her groundbreaking research on supporting Black women in educational leadership. Stay Connected To CRSLI:  After The Academy: https://crsli.org/aftertheacademy Follow Us On IG: https://www.instagram.com/crsl_institute/?hl=en Culturally Responsive School Leadership : https://a.co/d/ezc8OUD Sign Up: Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive updates and resources: https://crsli.org/newsletter Free Downloadable Tools: https://www.crsli.org/toolpage

    1h 1m

  3. SEP 4

    "Lessons Learned from Somali Mothers: Implications for School Leaders" feat. Dr. Nimo Abdi

    Welcome to another episode of Equity Unlocked, where we dive deep into pivotal issues in educational equity and social justice. In today’s EQUITYx Series, we’re honored to feature Dr. Nimo Abdi. Her presentation, "Lessons Learned from Somali Mothers: Implications for School Leaders," provides a deep dive into the invaluable cultural insights and strategies that Somali immigrant families offer. Stay Connected To CRSLI:  After The Academy: https://crsli.org/aftertheacademy Follow Us On IG: https://www.instagram.com/crsl_institute/?hl=en Culturally Responsive School Leadership : https://a.co/d/ezc8OUD Sign Up: Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive updates and resources: https://crsli.org/newsletter Free Downloadable Tools: https://www.crsli.org/toolpage

    1 hr

  4. AUG 21

    "Why Do We Educate?: Responsive Organizations and their Benefits to our Students" feat. Dr. Bodunrin O. Banwo

    In todays episode we have a standout session from the EQUITYx Series featuring Dr. Bodunrin O. Banwo, Assistant Professor at the University of Massachusetts, Boston. Dr. Banwo’s insightful presentation, “Why Do We Educate? Responsive Organizations and their Benefits to our Students,” explores the dual role of educational systems in perpetuating or challenging social inequities. He delves into the political nature of mainstream schools and alternative educational models, offering fresh perspectives on fostering a more equitable learning environment.  Stay Connected To CRSLI:  After The Academy: https://crsli.org/aftertheacademy Follow Us On IG: https://www.instagram.com/crsl_institute/?hl=en Culturally Responsive School Leadership : https://a.co/d/ezc8OUD Sign Up: Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive updates and resources: https://crsli.org/newsletter Resources:  https://crsli.org/

    1h 1m

  5. AUG 7

    "Whiteness: A Barrier to your School's Equity Goals" feat. Dr. Katie Pekel

    In this episode of our EQUITYx Series, we tackle a crucial issue in educational equity: the impact of whiteness on achieving your school's equity goals. Whiteness, encompassing structural arrangements and ideologies of race dominance, significantly obstructs progress toward educational equity and often goes unnoticed in school systems. Dr. Katie Pekel, Executive Director of Educational Leadership at the University of Minnesota, discusses research and practical insights into how whiteness contributes to inequitable outcomes in schools. Stay Connected To CRSLI:  After The Academy: https://crsli.org/aftertheacademy Follow Us On IG: https://www.instagram.com/crsl_institute/?hl=en Culturally Responsive School Leadership : https://a.co/d/ezc8OUD Sign Up: Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive updates and resources: https://crsli.org/newsletter Resources:  https://crsli.org/

    56 min
  6. "Why not Black Males?" feat. Dr. Michael Walker

    JUL 24

    "Why not Black Males?" feat. Dr. Michael Walker

    Dive into a profound episode of one of our previous EQUITYx events as we revisit Dr. Michael Walker's impactful session on leading the Office of Black Male Student Achievement within Minneapolis Public Schools. In this compelling dialogue, Dr. Walker shares his journey and strategies that transformed educational outcomes for Black male students in Minneapolis. When faced with stark disparities in academic achievement and behavior indicators, Dr. Walker embarked on a 100-day listening tour to understand community voices and implement effective, culturally responsive solutions. Discover how he centered relationships and reshaped school culture to empower Black male students and foster academic success.   Stay Connected To CRSLI:  After The Academy: https://crsli.org/aftertheacademy Follow Us On IG: https://www.instagram.com/crsl_institute/?hl=en Culturally Responsive School Leadership : https://a.co/d/ezc8OUD Sign Up: Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive updates and resources: https://crsli.org/newsletter Resources:  https://crsli.org/ https://www.mpschools.org/academics/obsa

    1h 6m
  7. Decolonizing Education: Embracing Ancestral Wisdom and Inclusive Data Feat. Dr. Jamila Dugan

    JUL 3

    Decolonizing Education: Embracing Ancestral Wisdom and Inclusive Data Feat. Dr. Jamila Dugan

    This episode of Equity Unlocked features a conversation between Dr. Khalifa and Dr. Jamila Dugan, co-author of the book Street Data and the featured scholar in our new Academy: Disrupting Equity Traps and Tropes. They discuss the need to challenge traditional hierarchical structures and practices inherited from colonial projects in education, recognize ancestral knowledge, and center the assets of minoritized students and their communities. Stay Connected To CRSLI:  After The Academy: https://crsli.org/aftertheacademy Follow Us On IG: https://www.instagram.com/crsl_institute/?hl=en Resources:  Culturally Responsive School Leadership : https://a.co/d/ezc8OUD Street Data: https://www.jamiladugan.com/street-data

    24 min
  8. From Community Knowledge to Classroom Success feat. Kandace Logan

    JUN 19

    From Community Knowledge to Classroom Success feat. Kandace Logan

    In today's episode of Equity Unlocked, we delved into the pressing need for a comprehensive approach to teacher training, with a strong emphasis on community engagement and the unlearning of biases. Kandace Logan from TEECH passionately discusses the transformative impact of integrating community knowledge into the curriculum and the vital role of culturally responsive educators in fostering educational equity.  Resources:  Culturally Responsive School Leadership : https://a.co/d/ezc8OUD We Want to do More Than Survive: Abolitionist Teaching and the Pursuit of Education Freedom by Dr. Bettina Love Teaching to Transgress: Education as the Practice of Freedom by bell hooks Just Schools: Building Equitable Collaborations with Families and Communities by Ann M. Ishimaru

    31 min
  9. All Students Are Geniuses feat. Dr. Gholdy Muhammad

    MAY 29

    All Students Are Geniuses feat. Dr. Gholdy Muhammad

    On this episode of Equity Unlocked Dr. Muhammad Khalifa and Dr. Gholdy Muhammad discuss the importance of school leaders recognizing the genius that already exists within students and the joy that they innately deserve. Resources:  Culturally Responsive School Leadership : https://a.co/d/ezc8OUD Unearthing Joy: A Guide to Culturally and Historically Responsive Teaching and Learning : https://amzn.to/451jHO6 Learn more about Culturally Responsive School Leadership: https://www.crsli.org Genius & Joy Academy in August: https://members.crsli.org/geniusandjoy

    24 min
  10. Excavate The Past to Understand The Present

    MAY 15

    Excavate The Past to Understand The Present

    In this episode of Equity Unlocked, Dr. Muhammad Khalifa and Dr. Keith Mayes guide us through a profound exploration of cultural responsiveness in special education while avoiding colonial practices. Through insightful discussions, they emphasize the importance of examining historical legacies to inform present-day practices. Resources:  Culturally Responsive School Leadership : https://a.co/d/ezc8OUD The Unteachables: Disability Rights and the Invention of Black Special Education : https://a.co/d/fJeezs1 Learn more about Culturally Responsive School Leadership: https://www.crsli.org

    39 min
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Equity Unlocked is a podcast hosted by CRSLI dedicated to navigating the complexities of educational equity for leaders.

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