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Happy International Day of Education 📚 An extensive academic research study carried out (by University of Birmingham) in 2023 revealed that 14 to 15 year olds have a lack confidence in schools’ handling of issues surrounding #race and #religion. Less than half (47%) of the students surveyed agreed that the history of people from their #racial or #ethnic background is accurately taught in their school. We'd love to hear your thoughts on this in the comments below, including the ways you'd like to see this issue tackled... #InternationalDayOfEducation #EmpoweringYoungPeople #EducationMatters #Education #Equity #Equality #Diversity #Inclusion #Belonging #DiversityScotland [Image description: A diverse group of six teenagers are huddled together holding placards about identity. The only one in full view reads “I am who I am”. There is a heading that says “International Day of Education” at the top of the image, and the Diversity Scotland thistle logo in the bottom right hand corner.] Alt text embedded in image.

Yesterday was the UN International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Just want to give a shout out to the teachers in the STEM Community Partnerships Program and my teaching ex-colleagues who excite their students in the classroom, encourage and mentor them in their STEM career path. Here are some ideas : https://lnkd.in/gfSWA6ed #WithSTEMYouCan #GenerationSTEM #STEMCPP #stemeducation

Education is a right to all. Yes. Education is key to freedom.

🎉 Today we celebrate Juneteenth, a day of profound significance in American history marking the emancipation of the last enslaved African Americans in 1865. As we honor this milestone, let's reflect on its relevance to our work in higher education and student affairs. 📚 Education has always been a powerful tool for liberation and empowerment. Juneteenth reminds us of the ongoing journey towards justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion on our campuses. It challenges us to confront systemic inequalities and create truly inclusive environments where all students, staff, and faculty can thrive. 🤝 In student affairs, we play a crucial role in fostering a sense of belonging and advocating for social justice. Let's use this day to reaffirm our commitment to supporting marginalized communities, amplifying diverse voices, and dismantling barriers to equity in education. 🔍 Today is not just a celebration but also a call to action. Let's continue to educate ourselves and our communities about the history and significance of Juneteenth. Let's work together to ensure that our campuses are places where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. #Juneteenth #HigherEducation #StudentAffairs #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion #SocialJustice #EducationForLiberation

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📣 Calling All Respectful Disruptors in Global Education—Submit A Proposal! 📣 Compear Global Education Network and GoAbroad.com have formed a partnership to collaboratively amplify the experiences of the underrepresented and underserved around the globe, as well as discuss ways in which we all can respectfully and actively disrupt practices and policies that make room for inequality and discrimination in international education. We welcome proposals focused on global or multicultural justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion, especially as they pertain to areas or populations that may currently be systematically overlooked or missing from discussion in international education experiences, research, and careers. Examples of topic areas could include but are not limited to Ethnocentrism, Racism, Sexism, Classism, Ableism, Ageism, Heterosexism, and other educational inequities. Topics should also include tangible takeaways, actions, and next steps that can be implemented in anyone’s personal or professional life. Priority Proposal Deadline - Friday, October 13, 2023 Final Proposal Deadline - Friday, November 17, 2023 To see proposal guidelines and submission instructions, visit: https://lnkd.in/gUEsZXq2 #internationaleducation #diversityequityinclusion #disruptiveleadership #intled #GRDS2024

Stand Up for Equality: Celebrate #EndRacismDay with Education ✊ Today, on the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, we at Scot-Study stand in solidarity with the fight for racial justice. Education is a powerful tool for dismantling racism and fostering global understanding. By promoting diversity in education abroad, we create spaces for cultural exchange and empower future leaders to build a more equitable world. How can you be an ally? 1. Research universities with strong diversity initiatives. 2. Support scholarships for underrepresented minorities. 3. Speak out against racial prejudice on your campus. Together, we can build a brighter future for all. #EducationForAll #EndRacism #InternationalDay #ScotStudy #UniversityAdmissions #JanuaryIntake #SeptemberIntake #ChooseScotlandApplyatScotStudy #SimplifiedApplication #OneApplicationForm #StudyinScotland #StudyinUK #Internationalstudents #postgraduate #undergraduate #phd #phdinuk #postgraduateinuk

Up and out on the early flight to London this morning as later today I will be speaking to over 100 students, and their teachers, about consent ✈️ These young women are on the cusp of leaving school and entering further education, which poses unique challenges when it comes to navigating the world of relationships and consent. While there are lots of practical tips given to students around managing this transition to university, my key take away is this: ➡️ It’s impossible to navigate consent and understand what you DON’T want if you have no concept of what you DO want. If we teach women from an early age that their voices don’t matter, that what feels good for them is irrelevant, and that they have no jurisdiction over their own bodily autonomy, then true consent becomes a moot point. 🔸 Because, if something happens that they don’t feel okay with, do they even realise that it’s not okay? 🔸 That it matters if something isn’t what they want, that they don’t enjoy it or that it doesn’t feel good? 🔸 That they don’t have to do it just because their partner likes it or they think it’s what’s expected? 🔸 Do they feel able to say no and assert boundaries around their own body? 🔸 Even if they do realise that something was not okay, do they feel able to act on that? Report it? Or do they feel like it’s pointless, not worth it, or they won’t be believed? These are often not conscious thoughts, they are deeply mired and layered, buried so far down that you don’t even realise that true consent is an option for you and that pleasure and mutuality is a possibility. One of the questions I hear most frequently from women- strong, powerful, informed women- is “does this [experience] count?”. Many of us have stories like that. Sadly, the answer almost 100% of the time is ‘yes’. Consent is a far bigger conversation than what happens in one moment, one situation, one incident. If we want meaningful consent, the conversation must start far earlier and take a far different form. I’m looking forward to facilitating a conversation like that with these wonderful young women today. #consent #sexeducation #phsce #genderbasedviolence #unwomen #sexualviolence #training #education