"Understanding racism and its roots, questioning our own privilege and biases, and slowly dismantling those systems and beliefs internally and in our schools is a life-long process" - Christina Torres, Education Week
MISSION STATEMENT
Our mission is to bring together students, parents, educators, and community members in solidarity to strive for equity in K-12 curriculum.
S.E.E. (Solidarity-Equity-Education) believes that every student has the right to a culturally competent education that reflects and respects their identities, particularly those that have been historically underserved and underrepresented. In order to ensure that this right is upheld, S.E.E. aims to address institutionalized racism, bias and other issues of social justice in Connecticut schools and beyond.
learn
When talking to children about race, parents need to learn and understand why/how to do it the right way...
start the conversation
Embrace Race. Let's raise a brave generation together...
read
While there is an abundance of books devoted to conversations on race and the necessity for reflection and action, these are recommended reads for young adults...
teach your children
It is never too young to talk to your children about race and incorporate mindful and respectful values at home, in our communities and schools...
For Ages 5+
This is one conversation that's never too early to start, and this book was written to be an introduction for kids on the topic.
About the Author
Jelani Memory is an African American entrepreneur, thinker, and constant learner. He lives in Portland OR, with his wife and six kids. He still wants to be an artist when he grows up.
listen
While there is an abundance of podcasts devoted to conversations on race and the necessity for reflection and action, these are a select few hard-hitting episodes recommended by S.E.E. members...
ask
Predominantly white towns or communities might have difficulty understanding why Solidarity-Equity-Education (S.E.E.) CT is necessary. Some do not think or know they are racist... while others get defensive when the term "anti-racist" education is mentioned. Let's create a level playing field for open and honest conversations...
read more
While there is an abundance of books devoted to conversations on race and the necessity for reflection and action, these are recommended reads for all ages...
watch
Please find below powerful must-see Ted Talks to help you understand racism in America / From passionate pleas for reform to poetic turns of phrase, these talks take an honest look at everyday realities of Black Americans and illuminate the way forward.
The Urgency of Intersectionality | Kimberlé Crenshaw Civil rights advocate • TED Talk • November 2016
A video playlist of TED Talks about racism that take an honest look at everyday realities of Black Americans and illuminate the way forward
