Education as the Practice of Freedom: Racial Equity and Diversity Curriculum

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Abstract

In an effort to provide a space where children can engage in discussions about race and racism in their own lives and explore their understanding of social justice, Black Lives Matter Cincinnati developed a K-2 curriculum program called Racial Equity and Diversity (READ). The goal of the six week reading program is to promote racial equity and to encourage children to initiate an active role in changing their communities. This paper will explore components of the program, as well as provide preliminary findings on the effectiveness of the program.

Authors

• Rachel Radina, Miami University - Oxford

• Brittany Alexis Aronson, Miami University - Oxford

• Mona Maria Jenkins, University of Cincinnati