Chapter
The Confusion Around Diversity in Schools
23:17 - 30:33 (07:16)
Laura and Rehan discuss the paradox of white parents advocating for diversity in schools while avoiding schools with predominantly black and brown students. They also highlight the lack of representation of people of color in meetings about diversity and equity in schools.
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Laura speaks about how white parents are talking to other white parents, coming up with ways to improve schools that are populated mostly by black and brown students, while disregarding the voice of those actually affected.
23:17 - 27:23 (04:06)
Education
Summary
Laura speaks about how white parents are talking to other white parents, coming up with ways to improve schools that are populated mostly by black and brown students, while disregarding the voice of those actually affected.
ChapterThe Confusion Around Diversity in Schools
EpisodeNice White Parents - Ep. 5: ‘We Know It When We See It’
PodcastSerial
The PMS leaders in Brooklyn's District 15 realized that they didn't have the authority to represent everyone's preferences after months of lobbying, and have therefore decided not to advocate for any specific solution.
27:23 - 30:33 (03:09)
Brooklyn Middle Schools
Summary
The PMS leaders in Brooklyn's District 15 realized that they didn't have the authority to represent everyone's preferences after months of lobbying, and have therefore decided not to advocate for any specific solution.