Education for Equity & Democracy Summer Symposium

Is the “American experiment” at risk of failure? Join us for the Education for Equity and Democracy symposium to explore the systemic inequities that threaten our democratic ideals and the changes that are needed. This virtual symposium will be held June 21–23, with sessions taking place each day 4–7 p.m. (ET).

Hosted by BU Wheelock, the symposium will feature sessions led by Boston University faculty and thought leaders from across disciplines, including education, medicine, social work, and science.

Featured speakers include:

• Debbie Watters, Northern Ireland Alternatives
• Ki Gross, Woke Kindergarten
• Rashaan Hall, Racial Justice Program, ACLU
• Susan X Jane, Navigators Consulting
• Rachael Rollins, Suffolk County District Attorney, Massachusetts

Conference features:

• 3 days of live virtual sessions (held June 21-23 from 4-7 p.m. ET each day)
• 25 hours of pre-recorded videos (exclusive content for registrants)
• Professional development for social workers and educators
• PDPs (1) and CEUs (10) are available upon completion of the symposium
• Networking through breakout sessions and other activities

View agenda here.

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