We Will Fight for a System That Provides the Supports That Both Students and Educators Need to Succeed
Together we work to organize for a union and an education system that value equity at their foundation.
Equity
Flamingo Rampant
For most of my 21 years as an elementary educator, I’ve worked as a teacher-librarian. One of the delights of my role is selecting new materials to share with colleagues and students. One of the challenges is finding books that reflect the diversity of the children I teach and their families.
Student-Led Podcasting in Rexdale
Pawan Wander and Chey Cheney write about the power and impact of podcasting with their students.
Embracing Pluralism
Shamim Murji reflects on how an anti-racist and anti-Islamophobia curriculum can create an inclusive classroom.
Feminism as an Ethical Orientation
Neeru Sekhon considers the impacts of the pandemic and how her activism brings her hope.
Creating Authentic Leadership Opportunities
Sabrina Sawyer, Angela Frawley, Elisa Lobo and Carolyn Proulx-Wootton reflect on ETFO’s new Indigenous Women’s Mentorship Program.
Equity & Human Rights in Virtual
Gordon Nore reflects on the challenges of teaching virtually and the benefits of making equity a priority.
Building Equity and Inclusion
Erik Hakim considers how Indigenous approaches to education helped him build community among his students.
Safe Haven
Ajmer Darawal and Diana Hernandez talk about the impacts of forced migration and the benefits of trauma-informed approaches to supporting refugee students.
Interview with Kike Ojo-Thompson
Voice speaks to anti-Black racism and equity educator Kike Ojo-Thompson.