“It is not more uncomfortable to talk about race than to experience racism.” -Erin Baugher We have had the honor of helping educators across the United States navigate some of the most significant challenges that exist when serving children. Without question, the most … [Read more...]
About Dr. Malik Muhammad
Four Lessons the Struggle for Racial Equity has Taught Us
As educators, we have dedicated hundreds of hours developing materials, holding workshops, conducting programs and forming committees with the stated aim of addressing Racial Equity. This has been important work and we have learned probably more than we have done, if we are … [Read more...]
Understanding Circles Part 4: A Site for Social Justice
There is no doubt that leadership is critically important. Often, the quality of leadership in an organization, community and classroom determine both its direction and significant outcomes. However, we are constantly reminded of the hierarchy of leadership in Western … [Read more...]
It’s Not About Just Fixing Problems, but Connectedness
When we increase the more authentically connected a person is to their community, the less likely they will be to exhibit problematic behaviors. This work is not about just fixing problems, but connectedness to prevent them in the first place. We are often called in to … [Read more...]
Don’t Abandon Your Part of the Battlefield
My favorite African proverb is “One does not abandon their part of the battlefield, just because it has thorns.” I often share this to encourage and inspire embattled educators, organizational leaders and social servants to remain true to their purpose, remember their WHY … [Read more...]
