Teaching racial literacy

• Date: June 07, 2024
• Time: 10:30 – 12:30
• Cost: BSA Full Member – £110, BSA Affiliate Member – £165, Non-member – £220
• Audience:  Teaching Staff, Houseparents, EDI Leads, SLT and PSHE Leads
• Platform: Zoom (online) – Half-Day Seminar

Course outline:

This session focused on allyship in the classroom will focus on tackling racism and bias in education.  The importance of promoting racial literacy will be discussed along with understanding one’s own identity and how it relates to race. The session will reflect on examples of how biases and assumptions can contribute to racism, with conversations on self-awareness encouraged. The role of allyship will be explored by defining allyship and its importance in promoting racial justice and discussing ways in which individuals can become allies in the fight against racism and bias.  Active listening, learning from others’ experiences and perspectives as well as student voice will be discussed. The session will provide examples of how students can safely challenge racism and advocate for change, with ways for adults to encourage safe and respectful dialogue among students. More resources for further education and understanding will be provided alongside examples of how best to continue allyship and advocacy for racial justice in education and society.

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Speaker:

Michelle Mangal, Independent Consultant

Michelle Mangal is a consultant, teacher, and creative with over fifteen years of experience in the not-for-profit sector. Throughout her career, she has worked with universities, schools, and community groups, delivering educational programmes, and facilitating workshops on a range of topics, including Black history, poetry, and racial equity. Michelle has a deep understanding of the needs and challenges of black and minority ethnic communities, and she is a powerful advocate for change through education and creative writing. Her poetry draws on her Caribbean heritage and love of music, and she has performed her work at venues such as the Royal Albert Hall and the Roundhouse. Most recently, Michelle worked as a Racial Equity Advisor for the Youth Endowment Fund, where she applied her expertise to help tackle racial disparities in funding youth justice projects. She is passionate about being an Ally and the healing power of the arts and nature.