Join Dr. Omékongo Dibinga in this groundbreaking course designed for educators like you!
The Power of Dialogue: Bridging divides through open communication.
Historical Context of Inequity: Understanding systemic inequities as a foundation for change.
Personal Growth and Collective Action: Reflecting individually and collaborating in community.
Personal Reflection Exercise: Write about experiences of inclusion/exclusion.
Community Mapping Activity: Analyze the strengths and gaps in the communities you belong to.
Course Commitment Pledge: Draft a personal commitment to equity and inclusion.
Historical and Systemic Racism: Examining how language reinforces inequities.
Practical Tools for Change: Using a diversity dictionary as a proactive strategy.
Language Audit: Identify terms in your professional environment that perpetuate stereotypes.
Defining Terms: Write definitions of racial vocabulary and compare with course-provided definitions.
Stereotypes in Media: How harmful portrayals of race impact classroom dynamics.
Critical Thinking: Deconstructing media bias and fostering media literacy.
Media Audit: Analyze news/media clips for bias and stereotypes.
Stereotype Mapping: Identify how media narratives affect student interactions.
Disinformation Tactics: Understanding how false narratives sustain oppression.
Frameworks for Change: Use tools like the “10 Antiracist Commandments” to address falsehoods.
Fact vs. Fiction: Identify and debunk disinformation in provided statements.
Counter-Narrative Creation: Develop truthful responses to common disinformation.
Equity Audits: Assess policies and practices for inclusivity.
Love and Empathy: Building communities rooted in mutual respect.
Equity Audit: Assess classroom policies for systemic inequities.
Scenario Analysis: Develop strategies for addressing equity barriers.
Barriers to Representation: Address systemic underrepresentation in schools.
Community Building: Ensure diverse perspectives are celebrated.
Representation Audit: Review your school’s inclusivity in hiring, curriculum, and activities.
Curriculum Review: Identify and fill gaps in diverse representation.
Intersectionality: Address diverse student identities in teaching practices.
Culturally Responsive Teaching: Implement tools for creating belonging.
Cultural Identity Map: Reflect on how your own background shapes teaching.
Inclusive Lesson Planning: Adapt existing lessons to include diverse voices.
Courage and Empathy: Key traits of effective upstanders.
Actionable Strategies: Steps to challenge injustice and foster equity.
Upstander Role-Play: Practice responding to scenarios of inequity.
Action Brainstorming Workshop: Identify issues in your school and develop solutions.
Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is an accomplished educator, bestselling author, and sought-after speaker who has spent over 30 years empowering schools to create inclusive, equitable environments.
As the Founding Director of Upstander International, he has collaborated with organizations such as the National Association of Independent Schools, the American Association of School Librarians, and the National Association of Secondary School Principals.
His dedication to fostering equity and belonging is rooted in his extensive experience teaching at every level, from kindergarten to doctoral programs.
