Institutional Racism and Social Injustice (Inequality in our society and human rights) Youth and Adults!!!!!!
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by M. Barksdale (Founder)
3y ago
Here's some concerns from and Concern Mother of Color (African-American) Raising 6 Black Boys.  The one thing that sticks in my mind yes, I have always acknowledged that yes, we live in a world where racism and social injustice exist. Another point I’m trying to understand our ancestors fought hard for us to get where we are today without violence and what don’t our people of color understand. One of my quotes that I like because I’m one who loves research and reading. So, as I’m sitting watching the television is from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justi ..read more
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Adultification Bias (Youth Only!!!!)
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by M. Barksdale (Founder)
3y ago
 So, research done at Georgetown Law states that, "One of the ways that Black girls experience "adultification bias" is by singled out and reprimanded for behaviors that is appropriate for their age." How has this affected you and if it didn't affect you what can be done to do different ..read more
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Fixed vs. Growth Mindset (Youth Only!!!!!)
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by M. Barksdale (Founder)
3y ago
 What do you consider a fixed mindset?  What do you consider a growth mindset? Let's remember that a Fixed mindset is where you are today, meaning that you don't want change.  Growth mindset is that you know the problem and you want change. Example:  Police Killings of African-American Men and Women So please share Do you want a fixed mindset or a growth mindset ..read more
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Struggles of Girls in Schools (Youth and Adults)
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by M. Barksdale (Founder)
3y ago
 It's said that black girls are loud and that they talk with attitude.  It's also said that black girls are the fastest growing population in the juvenile justice system. Current research suggest that it’s imperative for researchers and educators to pay more attention to the needs of African American adolescent girls and how their race and gender affects schooling. (Fordham 1993: Morris 2007). First Point: Which part of your identity has had the biggest impact on you so far growing up?  Race Class Gender ..read more
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Current Events (Youth and Audlts)
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by M. Barksdale (Founder)
3y ago
 Let's be transparent in how our youth feel about the current events that are happening in today's society.  As some have been around for decades however, this platform is where you can comment because together we can make a difference....please share (The police killings of African-American people,  modernized slavery, etc ..read more
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Social Justice and Racial Inequality:(Youth)
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by M. Barksdale (Founder)
3y ago
 How are you dealing with racial inequalities?  How is your parents, educators (teachers), and community helping you deal with your feelings?   As protests following the death of George Floyd and all people of color who have been killed by police continue across the country, parents are deciding how to talk to their children about racial inequality and social justice.   To help families communicate about this topic we've setup a blog and all can write how they feel, etc.  As it's important to discuss  racial inequality and social justice with child ..read more
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