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Diverse Perspectives Matter: Centering Diversity, Power and Care

“The reality of racism must be honestly confronted for our society to build a more equitable future for all children.” —Ivory A. Toldson, Ph.D.

Advocating for honest history means confronting white supremacy, recognizing the power of representation, promoting the significance of civic duty in the form of voting, and understanding the numerous and oftentimes deadly obstacles Black people specifically have had and continue to overcome in exercising the right to vote. Engaging with this history also means being prepared to deal with emotions that may arise from such study. These LFJ resources can help.

October 31, 2022

Centering Diverse Parents, LFJ Magazine, Issue 3, Fall 2022

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Centering Diverse Parents in the CRT Debate

Parents of color and parents of conscience, whose children make up the majority of students in public education, must be centered in conversations on race and inclusive education.

Issue 3, Fall 2022

Ivory A. Toldson, Ph.D.

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Power of the Vote: Lifting the Veil of White Supremacy, From the Ocoee Massacre to January 6

Civics education must include complete, honest histories and encourage young people to use their right to vote.

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A Care Plan for Honest History and Difficult Conversations

A research-based approach for strategies of care that educators, parents and caregivers can practice when teaching honest history or engaging in difficult conversations.

Diverse Perspectives Matter: Centering Diversity, Power and Care

Centering Diverse Parents in the CRT Debate

Power of the Vote: Lifting the Veil of White Supremacy, From the Ocoee Massacre to January 6

A Care Plan for Honest History and Difficult Conversations

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