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As we press pause for the holidays, join us in a practice inspired by Yin Yoga's wisdom. Find a quiet moment to sit with these questions: • Where in your work do you feel the deepest pull to create change? • What edges of discomfort are asking for your attention? • Which voices and stories need more room in your spaces? • What whispers to you in the quiet? Record your reflections. Let them guide your path toward equity in the year ahead.

This holiday season, we celebrate the power of community and collaboration. Together, we can create a world where equity and education go hand in hand.  Thank you for being part of this journey. Wishing you a joyous and restful holiday season! ✨ #HappyHolidays #EducationalEquity

The end of the year calls us to both reflect and envision. In this rare pause between what has been and what could be, give yourself a space for both healing and action. The Liberation Library meets you in this moment, where educators and leaders gather to imagine, design, and create the schools our democracy needs. Created with students and school leaders, you'll find: - Stories that spark your vision for change - Tools to turn New Year intentions into reality - Practices that sustain you through challenges ahead - A community ready to build alongside you Transform this season of reflection into a year of purpose. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g329tqDV #EquityInEducation #LiberationLibrary #InnovativeSchools #DemocracyNeedsDesign #LeadershipForChange

Educators and leaders: How often do you invest in your own growth? Our courses are designed for changemakers looking to deepen their understanding of equity, design thinking, and leadership. Equity work is never “done”—it requires constant reflection, learning, and unlearning. Through our membership program, you gain access to a community of like-minded individuals, tools, and resources to help you lead systemic change. 💡 Course topics include: - Designing at the Margins - Radical Inclusion & Anti-Racist Leadership - Transformative Practices for Educational Equity Be part of the movement to build inclusive, equitable institutions. https://lnkd.in/gDz7km77 #education #equity #leadership #educators

In a few minutes, we will start the second half of Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of HBCUs in America. If you have ever wondered what makes America so special, check out this film and the role of HBCUs in writing the American story! Join us on the chat! In just a few minutes! :)

👉🏾 Teachers, this one’s for you. Education is at a crossroads. As AI enters classrooms, many teachers are asking: - How can we ensure AI supports students instead of replacing us? - Can AI help us create more equitable opportunities, or will it deepen the divides? - Who gets to decide how AI is designed and used in schools? In our latest blog, Crowdsourcing Human Intelligence in the Age of AI – Part 1, we dive into these urgent questions. With insights from the Codesign Collective and the equityXdesign framework, we show how teachers can lead the way in shaping AI tools that: - Solve real classroom challenges - Challenge systemic inequities - Center student and teacher voices Read the blog here: https://lnkd.in/eE9DueXU 🙌 A huge thank you to the educators and partners who are co-creating the future of education with us. Together, we can use technology to amplify humanity, not replace it. Sanaz Farhangi, Rasheed Thompson, Katie Boody Adorno, Robyn Vatter & Taylor Vaughn #EdTec #EducationalEquity #AIInEducation #TeacherLeadership #InclusiveDesign

Last Call! Freedom School is Tomorrow ⏰ Our closed, RSVP-only session kicks off tomorrow at 5:30 PM ET, and we don’t want you to miss out! This month, we’ll dive into the equityXdesign framework, equipping you with tools to lead equity-driven change and build systems that center justice and inclusion. 🌟 RSVP Now to: • Join a private community of changemakers. • Gain actionable tools and strategies. • Take meaningful steps toward justice. 🔗 Sign up before it’s too late: https://lnkd.in/gKtD3tFZ Let’s design the future we deserve. #FreedomSchool #EquityXDesign #EquityInAction

The Liberation Library: Tell Them We Are Rising The growth of HBCUs paralleled critical periods in U.S. history, including the Reconstruction era, where these institutions became beacons of progress amid harsh social and economic conditions. During the Civil Rights Movement, HBCUs served as rallying points for activism and change, with students and faculty often on the frontlines advocating for justice. The rich legacy of HBCUs includes producing prominent leaders, activists, and professionals, such as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Thurgood Marshall, and Vice President Kamala Harris.

What is equityXdesign? It’s a practice. A mindset. A call to action. This framework empowers individuals and teams to rethink and redesign systems through an equity lens. By centering the marginalized and amplifying diverse voices, we challenge the status quo and create lasting change. Let’s use this moment to turn obstacles into opportunities. Are you ready to design a better tomorrow? Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gnssEfjP #EquityXDesign #InnovateForEquity #RedesignTheFuture