Knowledge is Power

MissionParents for Diversity is a collective of parents committed to achieving inclusive and non-discriminatory learning environments that allow children to fulfill their true potential in this world. We advocate for schools and families to promote diversity and inclusion and to take meaningful steps to address and eradicate discrimination and bias.VisionThe Vision of Parents for Diversity is that within their learning environment, each child feels that they belong, are valued for who they are, and that they have equal access to rigorous, meaningful and joyful learning.Our Beliefs and CommitmentsWe believe that:every child has the ability to acknowledge and value human differences;every child, irrespective of their race, culture, gender identity or expression and sexual orientation, disability or special need, has a right to an education free from discrimination and that celebrates diversity in all its forms;educators, parents and guardians, as well as students are responsible for ensuring that learning environments are inclusive and free from intolerance and discrimination.We commit to:raise awareness about the implications of racism, intolerance and discrimination on all members of society;develop workshops, materials and resources for families and schools that champion diversity and inclusion;advocate for students who experience discrimination or bias in schools.

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Join Parents for Diversity's Parent Advocate Bernadeth Betchi for a free Zoom webinar on addressing racism in schools.

Knowledge is Power: A Look at How Racism Operates in the Education System and how to Better Combat itAs parents and guardians of racialized children, you have the power to be your child's most effective advocate. This requires being proactive, intentional and responsive when addressing racism in schools. This webinar will examine how racism operates in the education system, how it adversely affects the rights of racialized children and undermines their potential to succeed. It will also provide strategies to support parents in advocating for their child. This free event will be hosted via Zoom videoconferencing. Attendees will be emailed the link an hour before the start of the event in order to maintain a secure online space. This email will be sent to the address you registered with when you purchased your ticket through Eventbrite. If you have accessibility needs, please contact us directly.Please note that in order to ensure a safe space for parents, this workshop is only open to parents of children of African, Black or Afro-Caribbean descent, and to community organizers working with families of African, Black or Afro-Caribbean descent.

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