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July 14, 2020

Racial Justice and Equity in EHE

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Structural and systemic racism continues to plague our societies and institutions. It not only threatens the lives of our students, alumni, colleagues and communities; but has negative and material outcomes for certain individuals and groups.

The College of Education and Human Ecology is a catalyst for change, and a champion of equity, justice and inclusion. While we support equity, justice and inclusion across various diversities, we seek to be explicit and intentional in our efforts for Black lives.

We commit to challenge and respond to racism, violence, bias, harassment and discrimination that are a threat to Black lives. We do this to affirm our college as a place where representation and differences are valued and celebrated. We will support the rich diversities and arrays of excellence, intellect and talent in our society.

A critical part of disrupting and dismantling oppressive systems is a recognition that the problems exists. The more important step is to act. We have started with listening and now we are organizing for action to create pervasive, sustainable and transformative change.

You can read our full statement on the first steps we will take.

This endeavor that will takes all of us and requires a collective commitment from our partners, communities, and other stakeholders. It will take all of us coming together to collaborate on lasting solutions.

The resources provided here offer some ways to broaden our perspectives. We hope you use them to reflect on where you are and where you fit on the road to racial justice and equity.

Dean Donald Pope-Davis

Learn about racial justice

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Dear white people: Reimagining whiteness in the struggle for racial equity

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Why have the demands of black students changed so little since the 1960?

Our children are watching: Teachers, what are your non-verbal messages saying to our Black students?

Racial justice research from EHE

Dr. Theodore Chao is an assistant professor of mathematics education in Teaching and Learning's Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics program.

Elementary Mathematics and #BlackLivesMatter

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What the Over-punishment of Black Girls in US Classrooms Teaches Us About Just School Discipline

Lori Patton Davis

A Black woman administrator’s efforts to disrupt whiteness in an urban school

See more racial justice research

Books to read with your kids about racial justice

  • 7 books for young readers on becoming me
  • 14 children’s books that break down walls
  • Questions to ask kids to get them engaged in reading
  • 7 books to help kids understand times of crisis
  • More children’s books that discuss race and racism – via @wanderingbritt_
  • Talking to kids about race – National Geographic
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Take action

Volunteer at your local Urban League

Complete Implicit Bias Training

Mental health

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Strategies for Practicing Self-Care from Racial Battle Fatigue

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Racial Trauma Toolkit

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Identity and Cultural Dimensions of Black/African Americans

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How Organizations can Support the Mental Health of Black Employees

The Ohio State University Employee Assistance Program

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Mental Health Support Options

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Ohio State Couple and Family Therapy Clinic

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