INDIGENOUS PEOPLES’ DAY
Many students learn the phrase, "In 1492, Columbus sailed the ocean blue.” How many children are simultaneously taught that Columbus discovered America? Throughout our American educational history, until fairly recently,…
Building An Inclusive Community Through Fighting Ableism
Telling someone “You do not look disabled” or “I don’t see you as disabled” is not the compliment some may think it is. It is said to reassure someone that…
National Day of Accountability: Taking action today and year-round
#BlackLivesMatter was founded as a response to the dehumanization of black people after the acquittal of Trayvon Martin’s murder in 2013, but both the use of the hashtag on social…
Core Principles Explained: Core Principle #4
“Seek to impact someone’s heart, which will ultimately change their mind.” Have you ever seen a Ted Talk, an interview, or a spoken word performance that made you see something…
Core Principles Explained: Core Principle #3
“We must intentionally include so as to not unintentionally exclude.” “We don’t discriminate, everyone is welcome here!” It sounds good on the surface, and it has great intentions behind it…
Familialism: Who is a part of your family?
If someone asked you, “Who is a part of your family?” Do you list blood relatives? Children? Extended family members? What about parents of friends who practically raised you? Some…
Core Principles Explained: Principle #1
Core Principle #1: Guilt and politeness are the glue that holds prejudice and stigma in place. When was the last time you felt like you couldn’t ask a question because…
