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Equity Under Construction | Daniel Harris

David Harris Season 3 Episode 13

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In this powerful episode of The Teacher's Forum, David sits down with Daniel Harris, as he shares his 30-year journey from a law student to a pioneer in equity work at John Burroughs School in St. Louis, and founder of The Equity Exchange. Daniel reveals the secrets to creating spaces where diverse voices are heard, valued, and impact real change—especially when it feels like the system is working against you.You'll discover how early efforts to foster difficult conversations led to groundbreaking strategies for creating inclusive environments that thrive on authentic self-expression. Daniel reflects on the decades of evolving ideals around multiculturalism, the hurdles faced during backlash moments, and how to stay grounded amid opposition.

For more information on The Equity Exchange visit https://www.theequityexchange.org/

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