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Share Read more to understand why diet culture's rejection of larger bodies is inherently racist. By Chrissy King February 09, 2021 It's been more than five years since I became a fitness and strength coach. Since then, I've become very well-acquainted with body liberation and the general body positivity space. But to this day, I can't help but notice that this space continues to be overwhelmingly white. Body positivity was originally created as an antithesis to diet culture and to help marg...

The Martha's Vineyard Times Island schools look to address racism through education Martha’s Vineyard Diversity Coalition suggests several diversity, equity, and inclusion resources for staff and students. Borders to Bridges is just one of the multitude of racial literacy programs suggested to Island public schools by the Martha’s Vineyard Diversity Coalition during an All-Island School Committee meeting Thursday. The Martha’s Vineyard Public School (MVPS) system is working in collaboration with the Martha’s Vineyard Diversity Coalition (MVDC) to bring additional diversity...

Jan 16, 2021 Metro photo Things were tough for students in 2020 — a pandemic, isolation, parents losing jobs, virtual school, and nationwide protests — but 2021 is already presenting new challenges. One of those issues is how teachers should present the siege of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6 in a way that addresses kids fears, allows for discussion and teaches civil responsibility with civility. Editor’s note: The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts. Today’s piece is by David Schonfeld of University of Southern ...

Six education experts offer tips for teachers and parents.

January 14, 2021 | Black History Month, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Minecraft: Education Edition Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Black History Month are important opportunities to teach students about the history of Civil Rights and the ongoing struggle for social justice and racial equity. To celebrate, we’re offering four new lessons and a free demo experience to support teachers as they address these critical topics. Students can learn about the life and activism of Dr. King, investigate ideas behind identity, experience important moments in the American Civil Rights movement, and learn ...