185: Classrooms of care with Kwame Sarfo-Mensah

Be a Better Ally: critical conversations for K12 educators

Kwame Sarfo-Mensah has an incredible book hitting shelves this coming Fall, and it is one of those must read books. In this episode we talk about that book and Kwame's perspective on much more. We explore the importance of understanding one's childhood experiences and how it can help educators better connect with their students. We also discuss the concept of home and how it can be defined differently for each person. Kwame emphasizes the need for trust and vulnerability in building relationships and creating a sense of belonging. They also touch on the role of curiosity and learning in dismantling hate and promoting inclusivity. Kwame shares how his podcast has influenced his book and the importance of listening to diverse perspectives. The conversation explores the power of storytelling and the importance of media literacy in building belonging in schools. It delves into the concept of counter storytelling as a way to challenge stock narratives and learn about marginalized communities. Learn more about Kwame, his podcast, book and ways to connect with him: https://www.identitytalk4educators.com/about https://www.identitytalk4educators.com/podcast Check out his post as discussed at the beginning of the episode: https://aieloc.org/how-do-we-make-our-classrooms-feel-like-home-to-each-and-every-student-aieloc/