EDC’s Ami Raymond reflects upon the true history behind the holiday while seeking to honor the experiences of Indigenous communities and creating traditions for our own families.
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March 9, 2021
Because women and girls are significantly affected by crises, such as the current pandemic and conflicts, is precisely why more women need to occupy leadership positions.
March 2, 2021
How can we agree on a common set of facts to forge a common purpose, unified action, and a more just society?
February 23, 2021
Black families, especially those in low-income communities, need access to supportive services that provide safe, healthy environments for their school-age children when there are gaps in supervision.
February 19, 2021
Providing education acknowledges our shared humanity and that none of us is beyond redemption—including society itself.
February 17, 2021
African American culture is a quilt made up of the practices and traditions developed in response to a tortuous beginning.
February 11, 2021
We need to put science to work to more deliberately address the specific challenges of children learning at home when disease or violence grips their communities.
February 9, 2021
For me, African History Month, just like Native History Month, should be celebrated every day.
February 3, 2021
While there is still a heightened focus on Black History each February, educators can also work throughout the year to remove structural barriers to a deliver a truly inclusive education.
January 27, 2021
2020 gave us a major lesson in flexibility, and we’ll keep adjusting as we learn more and the situation evolves.