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Empowering Language Development in Children with Janine Tang
When we think about communication, we often picture words — but it’s really about connection. In this week’s episode of The Cultural Curriculum Chat, I sit down with Jeaneen Tang, a speech-language pathologist, author, and mother whose story reminds us of the power of hope and the human spirit. When her son Che was just 13 months old, he suffered
Privilege as a Catalyst: How Michael Bach Turned Passion into Global Impact
“When people thrive, organizations thrive. That’s the real business case for IDEA.” – Michael Bach
Racial & Cultural Responsiveness in Education: Insights from My Conversation on The Inclusive Education Project Podcast
I had the privilege of joining The Inclusive Education Project Podcast for an episode titled “Racial and Cultural Responsiveness and Accountability in Education.” We dug deep into what it means to build truly inclusive, equitable educational environments—not just in policies or statements, but in everyday classroom practice, leadership decisions, and systems-wide accountability. Key Takeaways from the Conversation What Responsiveness Really
Fostering Empathy: Virtual Reality in Cultural Competence Training
Virtual Reality can make abstract ideas felt: pace of conversation, personal space, sounds of a community. But VR only works when it’s ethical, accessible, and facilitated. Here’s a practical guide for classrooms and teams—with or without headsets. Why VR for Cultural Competence? Encourages perspective-taking and noticing norms without exoticizing. Provides a rehearsal space for inclusive responses. Sparks reflective dialogue when
Inclusive Leadership: Traits of Culturally Proficient Managers
Belonging isn’t a slogan. It’s the outcome of systems and daily behaviors leaders model. Here are the 10 traits of culturally proficient managers—and exactly how to practice them. 1) Self-Awareness + Humility Model growth. Share what you’re learning and how you’ll get feedback. 2) Curiosity Over Certainty Swap assumptions for open prompts: “Tell me more about how this impacts you.”
The Global Citizen: Preparing Students for a Multicultural World
Global citizenship isn’t just passports and maps. It begins with identity, dignity, and the words we choose every day. What Is a Global Citizen (for real)? A global citizen is a learner who can: connect local and global issues, respect multiple perspectives, communicate across cultures, and take informed, empathetic action. Think in four pillars: Identity, Perspective-Taking, Communication, Action. Teacher prompts:
Unlocking Understanding: On Demand DEI Workshop
Hey there, wonderful educators and caregivers! It’s Jebeh Edmunds, and I’m absolutely thrilled to kick off our empowering journey through “The Power of Perceptions.” Get ready to dive deep into self-reflection as we explore the transformative impact of our own perceptions! First things first, be sure to grab the essential handout for this course. It’s packed with thought-provoking questions designed
Welcome to “Culturally Responsive Classroom Strategies” Mini Course!
Hey there, fellow educators and change-makers! Welcome to the vibrant world of “Cultural Responsive Strategies in the Classroom.” I’m Jebeh Edmunds, and I’m thrilled to go through this enlightening course with you today. Can you feel the excitement building up as we dive into this transformative experience together? In this course, we’re not just scratching the surface; we’re delving deep
Parenting, Protection, and the Power of Showing Up – My Guest Panel on Divine Konversations
I recently had the honor of joining the Divine Konversations podcast as a guest panelist for a powerful conversation on parenting, protection, and the power of showing up. In this episode, we explored: What it means to protect and nurture our children in today’s world How cultural identity shapes our parenting perspectives Why being present—physically, emotionally, and spiritually—is one of
