Activism is not a choice for teachers. It is a way of life.Decision to decision. We become activists in teachers' lounges, IEP meetings, data conferences, and educational gatherings. Activism is both protest and protection. #AntiracistUDL castpublishing.org/books-media/an…

If HOW TO RAISE AN ANTIRACIST is a guide for educators, parents, and caregivers to nurture empathetic and informed kids who can construct a new world, then GOODNIGHT RACISM offers kids a guide to that new world. Both essential guides will be here in two months, on June 14! 1/3

Ultimately #accessibility is achieved when we remove barriers—or better yet, design environments that are inclusive for everyone from the beginning. Learn more in our video series from the AEM Center at CAST: ow.ly/wqsN50JAx3M U.S. Department of Education @ED_Sped_Rehab Bridge Multimedia #AEM4all

Over the weekend, Fast Company shared David Flink's piece on calling on business leaders to better support neurodiverse workers. Read the full piece here, and visit our website for ways to support those with ADHD and/or dyslexia. ow.ly/P2CF50JE5XJ

As we celebrate #DisabilityPrideMonth, we must take collective action to dismantle structural ableism and move toward equity.

A must read for everyone working towards educational equity - Andratesha Fritzgerald (she/her) Antiracism and Universal Design for Learning *because equity includes ability #udl #antiracism #antiableism #equity Buy the book through CAST - lnkd.in/gRsHY_zb

We are looking for school districts or leaders that want to pilot and co-design an anti-ableist education framework. Email [email protected] or DM us here Collectively we will ensure educational equity work includes disability justice!

Already feeling all the good vibes of having so many committed educators & leaders in the same room. Changing schools & practices for SWDs. Gates Foundation AntiAbleistED RTI International National Implementation Research Network (NIRN)

On using data systems to drive improved outcomes for students with disabilities, a school leader shared, “We made the assumption that our teachers wanted efficiency. That was wrong. They wanted effectiveness.” Gates Foundation Sivan Tuchman National Implementation Research Network (NIRN) SWIFT Schools RTI International

It’s like the All Star Game 🏆 Y’all don’t want to miss this! @RE_CenterEDUC @Natalie_Zwerger @cathleen_a_a Cornelius Minor Dena Simmons AntiAbleistED

Another AntiAbleistED and Roots ConnectED collaboration!!!

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In "The Road to Disability Inclusion," a new Disability & Philanthropy Forum report, we share three stories highlighting our journey: one on technology, one on disability disclosure in the workplace, and one on fostering a culture of inclusion. disabilityphilanthropy.org/resource/disab…

For too long, philanthropy has treated disability as a niche area for specialized foundations, an approach that is rooted in the ableist notion that disability is a separate issue that isn’t integral to work that addresses injustice and inequality. ssir.org/articles/entry…

And I’m presenting on my most favorite topic - #UDL #access #equity #belonging Come join us at 10:45am #UDLcon AntiAbleistED Marshall Street CAST

Because #UDL is a necessary ingredient #UDLcon CAST