Addressing Racial Bias in School Systems: Creating Inclusive & Equitable Learning Environments for System Involved Youth

Marya Wright, MSW, ASW

Training Description

This training provides an overview of racial bias within school systems and ways to address it. Participants will gain an understanding of what racial bias is, how it manifests in schools, and its impact on students, especially system-involved your who are disproportionately youth of color. They will also learn strategies for addressing racial bias in school systems and advancing for racial equity. The training will emphasize the importance of cultural competence training for educators. Overall, those who support system-involved youth will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to address racial bias within their school systems and create a more inclusive and equitable learning environment for all students. The material will be delivered by PowerPoint presentation, short video clips, group discussion, breakout (small group) discussions and participant workbook (handout).

Learning Objectives

· Participants will be able to identify 2 examples of how racial bias manifests…