Join board member Brian Knowles MEd as we explore the history of collaboration between African American and Jewish communities. (Ages 16+)About this Event
About this workshop:
Join us for a special event as part of our Heal Together, Lead Together Programming with award winning education leader and Rohi's Liberation Station board member Brian Knowles. This informative and empowering workshop will explore the historical collaboration between African American and Jewish communities during key civil rights struggles. This workshop delves into the joint efforts of African American and Jewish communities to advance legislation and combat discrimination in the mid-20th century. We'll focus on key figures, events, and Jewish support for the Civil Rights Movement.
Participants will:
- Gain a deeper understanding of the historical collaboration between African American and Jewish communities.
- Examine key figures, events, and Jewish support for the Civil Rights Movement.
- Receive ready-to-use lesson plans and resources to navigate conversations
Additional Information:
- This workshop is open to all educators.
- Participants are encouraged to bring their own laptops or tablets.
About Brian Knowles MEd:
Brian Knowles is a dynamic speaker, writer, researcher, and educator with the distinction of being twice named by Legacy Magazine as one of South Florida's Top Black Educators (2018 and 2021). With over 16 years of experience, he has served as a content expert for NPR and Everfi several times. His research and writings have been featured in the Journal of Literacy Innovation: Rethinking Literacy Instruction and XanEdu Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives Blog.
Brian founded Power Builders Curriculum and Pedagogies, LLC - an educational consulting company that supports schools, community organizations, and education-focused nonprofits in creating culturally affirming spaces. This includes, but is not limited to, policy, curriculum, research, professional development, and professional speaking engagements.
Brian has supported schools in his home state of Florida to create environments conducive to all students' academic success. He has designed policies to eliminate systemic barriers and interrupt discriminatory practices that lead to predictable outcomes for some groups of students.
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About our Heal Together, Lead Together Program:
Age Range: Adults 16 and up
Program Description: This program offers a holistic approach to adult education and community empowerment. Designed for individuals aged 16 and up, this program includes a variety of initiatives including queer based art, creative writing, inclusive yoga and community panels. Each component is crafted to support personal growth, foster creative expression, and build a strong sense of community. Participants engage in transformative experiences that encourage healing, leadership, and advocacy, all while celebrating and amplifying diverse voices and experiences.
About Rohi's:
"We read something We learn something We share it with the world!"
If there is an accommodation you are seeking for the event please let us know.
Our goal is to facilitate spaces for inclusion and empowerment.
Rohi’s Readery is an award winning social justice driven children's bookstore and learning center dedicated to critical literacy that promotes inclusivity and diversity by honoring historically marginalized communities.
Rohi’s Liberation Station 501c3, a non-profit initiative by Rohi's Readery, honors historically marginalized communities through a multigenerational literacy learning approach.
Programming is FREE (paid for by Rohi's Liberation Station) unless otherwise stated on the event site. Donations are appreciated and will go back into Educational Programming and Services.
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See you soon Revolutionary Readers!
Our Code of Conduct:
(Credit: Adapted from ABA Children’s Institute DEIA Guide)
Rohi’s Readery (including Rohi’s Liberation Station 501c3) is committed to making your experience as inclusive and accessible as possible. While we can’t create a comprehensive guide, we welcome feedback and suggestions to improve the experience of this space.
Rohi’s Readery (including Rohi’s Liberation Station 501c3) is dedicated to providing a harassment-free experience and environment for everyone, regardless of race; sex; national origin; religion (or lack thereof); age; ethnicity; color; gender; gender identity and/or expression; neurodiversity; sexual orientation; marital, civil union, or domestic partnership status; past or present military service; physical, mental, or sensory disability; national, social, or ethnic origin; socioeconomic status; pregnancy; family or parental status and/or genetic information (including family medical history); physical appearance; or technology choices. We do not tolerate harassment, discrimination, or other unwelcome or unlawful behavior on the basis of any of these characteristics.
We reserve the right to ask you to leave the space if you do not comply with the code of conduct.
Event Venue
630 7th St, 630 7th Street, West Palm Beach, United States
USD 0.00
