Newsletter from Learning for Justice

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October 12, 2022


** Together We Can Foster Inclusive School Communities
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In this contentious moment in public education, educators remain steadfast in ensuring that young people, their families and their communities have the support they need. Learning for Justice will continue to provide the kinds of resources to shift narratives and foster inclusive education and the creation of a diverse and equitable society. Here are some of the latest LFJ articles that address what’s happening in our schools, in our communities and in our nation.
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** Understanding Gender-affirming Care
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Misinformation abounds about what gender-affirming care entails. This latest article ([link removed]) from writer and activist Dorothee Benz, Ph.D., lays out a foundation to aid in understanding the importance of gender-affirming care.

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** The Visibility of Black People Matters
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Racial stereotypes and myths persist ([link removed]) only with our continuous active consent—in the stories we teach and tell, and those we don’t. And the price we pay for this is monumental.
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** Continuing Support for COVID-19 Bereavement
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With over 200,000 children ([link removed]) experiencing the loss of a parent or caregiver during the COVID-19 pandemic, educators are becoming grief counselors.
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** Counter and Resist Dominant Narratives
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In this hostile learning environment created by censorship and book bans, these LFJ book reviews ([link removed]) encourage us all to keep reading—and writing—to counter the narratives that have historically excluded diverse perspectives.

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** How Educators Can Address Roe v. Wade
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While we may feel overwhelmed in the aftermath of the overturned landmark decision, we are neither hopeless nor helpless. A social justice education expert offers suggestions ([link removed]) .
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** Gun Violence Is an Ongoing Concern
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We must push for more restrictive gun laws to change the cycle of mass shootings, collective outrage and minimal action. Read more here ([link removed]) .

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** Subscribe to Learning for Justice Magazine
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Look for the Fall 2022 issue of
Learning for Justice magazine in your mailbox soon! And if you haven’t done so yet, make sure to visit our website for subscription information ([link removed]) .

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** In-person Workshops Are Coming to Atlanta in October!
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Register now ([link removed]) to join us for Social Justice Teaching 101 ([link removed]) on Friday, Oct. 28, 2022, from 8:15 a.m.-3:30 p.m. EDT, and Advocating for Teaching Honest History: What Educators Can Do ([link removed]) on Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022, from 8:15 a.m.-3:30 p.m. EDT. Attend one day or both days. We are excited to see you there live and in person for this upcoming event!


** Check Out What We’re Reading
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“As anxiety and depression rates have soared among young Americans, educators and advocates say children’s books can play a role in helping them cope.” — AP News ([link removed])

“Most importantly, we must make sure that we exercise our fundamental right to vote at every opportunity — up and down the ballot, from the president of the United States to the local school board.” — NBC News ([link removed])

“As champions of access, librarians are committed to curating collections that allow everyone who enters the library to see themselves in the books and resources the library provides.” — The Washington Post ([link removed])

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