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Turns Out There Are Dope Education Warriors in Rhode Island
Kiara Butler is the founder and executive director of Diversity Talks in Providence. I love how Diversity Talks is flipping the script—it actually gives students the opportunity to teach the teachers on how to better support them.
How Diversity Talks Educates and Empowers
Kiara Butler is the founder and executive director of Diversity Talks in Providence. I love how Diversity Talks is flipping the script—it actually gives students the opportunity to teach the teachers on how to better support them.
How Effective is Traditional Professional Development?
There is a strong disconnect between the professional development services provided through outside providers and the implementation, which takes place within the classroom.
In Providence, Rhode Island, the idea for Diversity Talks was born
Three individuals looking to amplify learner voice came up with an ambitious idea—empower learners to lead professional development training on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Not Comfortable Talking About Race in the Classroom? Let Your Students Lead the Conversation
From Silicon Valley to Charlottesville, race and diversity have been at the forefront of nation-wide conversations. It’s something kids can’t ignore when they walk through school doors. But it can be an uncomfortable topic for teachers—let alone those who don’t share the same upbringing or background as their students.