Way Finders’ Post

The role of civic education in our society cannot be overstated. Civic education helps citizens better understand their role and responsibility as active citizens, ensures they are well-informed, and gives them the opportunity to transform their communities. We urge the Government and Non-government organizations to consider providing civic education more often. #CivicEducation #ÅctiveCitizenship

"One thing I wish that people would consider about not just school desegregation issues, but education in general, is the importance of public education to a healthy and thriving democracy, especially a multiracial democracy." -Professor Erika Wilson Check out this recent Q&A with Erika Wilson about reigniting desegregation efforts. https://lnkd.in/e42kbmWt #CarolinaLaw #FacultyExperts #CivilRights #CivilRightsLaw

Important work! You can read the full report from the Education Rights Institute (UVA) (https://lnkd.in/eXGg_vmS) and watch this short video explaining some of the key points.😁

The rule of law serves as the foundation for democratic governance and the protection of human rights around the world. It helps in the facilitating of economic and social development within societies. Our Community Manager, Adebukola Dada did justice to the subject of Rule of Law in her article as part of the Sustainable Civic Education we are committed to at Grassroots Catalysts. See link to the article below👇 https://lnkd.in/d9QUyse5

READ: Our Jessie Ditshego discusses the importance of holding our newly elected officials to providing safe and dignified school infrastructure and abolishing pit latrines: https://lnkd.in/dkP-eskS

Call for chapter proposals: Community-Engaged Praxis in Peace, Social Justice, and Human Rights Education This book will examine the ways in which formal, non-formal, and informal educational spaces are reimagining education through community-engaged partnerships and initiatives, aiding scholars and practitioners to gain deeper insight into restructuring and improving education for a more equitable and socially just world.  Abstracts due: November 1. https://bit.ly/3YDwLWy

Today, we would like to highlight our partner organization, 𝗟𝗮𝘄𝘆𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗹 𝗥𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀, and explain why their mission is crucial to the goals of our collective purpose: Lawyers for Civil Rights works shoulder to shoulder with communities of color and immigrants in the tireless pursuit of justice and equality. Their admirable mission aims to combat discrimination and promote equity through their fearless work in advocacy, education, and economic empowerment. To learn more about the impact LCR is making in the fight for civil rights, visit our partner’s section at maequitableeconomy.org.

An important reflection on teaching history and advocating for inclusive education this back-to-school season from Learning for Justice: https://lnkd.in/dNz5mkKz

Hey Everyone! I recently wrote this investigation into educational rights in St. Lucia for Broken Chalk. Give it a read to learn more about hair discrimination, the history of corporal punishment, and funding for teachers! Let me know your thoughts :)

Navigating Saginaw Discover the top-rated schools in Saginaw, MI and surrounding districts in this comprehensive guide. Make an informed decision for your child's education with insights into academic programs, community involvement, and more. https://lnkd.in/geYWzmHg