LE 108: How to Combat Colorism in the Classroom with Ms. Stephanie Gates
FREE Resource: 10 Steps to Get You on the Right Path Towards Leading Equity About Stephanie Gates Stephanie Gates is an educator, writer, and advocate for social justice and equity. She is especially compassionate about eradicating colorism. A native Chicagoan, she is the youngest of seven siblings. Stephanie loves get-togethers with family and friends. Though she has no children of her own, Stephanie has been a surrogate mother to many. She enjoys dance, theater, concerts, movies, cultural outings, and trotting around the globe. She also likes to try new things. Stephanie is determined not to let any grass grow under her feet. Show Highlights Who is Stephanie Gates Stephanie’s passion for learning more about how to connect with her students Personalized Learning Colorism Colorism is more than just skin tone “Pretty is me, handsome I am” Connect with Stephanie Email: stephaniegates0122@gmail.com Additional Resources This site has a ton of resources for colorism A story of a woman who comes face-to-face with colorism in her family. Hair discrimination law in California Controversial swim meet ruling based on a girl’s body type Decoded Episodes that deal with colorism: Light-skinned privilege Colorism in the Latino community Myths about Black hair What Dark-Skinned People Will Never Tell You Connect with me on Twitter @sheldoneakins For more episodes visit: www.sheldoneakins.com For professional development visit: www.leadingequitycenter.com
