Roses from Concrete
Peter Lang Publishing Inc (Verlag)
978-1-63667-756-9 (ISBN)
In a world yearning for change, "Roses from Concrete" delivers a blueprint for educational transformation. Through the compelling stories of Black women superintendents and heads of schools, it reveals the power of intersectional leadership to dismantle systemic inequities and inspire a more just and equitable future.
This groundbreaking research not only illuminates the unique challenges these leaders face, but also empowers educators, recruiters, school boards, and other stakeholders with practical strategies to create inclusive learning environments. Discover the resilience, wisdom, and unwavering commitment that will ignite a movement for educational justice. Intriguing and forward-thinking, "Roses from Concrete" disrupts conventional approaches and sparks vital dialogue for anyone invested in the future of education.
Dr. Nadine N’tasha Richards is a first-generation Afro-Jamaican American scholar, equity strategist, and leadership consultant. As the founder of Nadine Inspires LLC and Director of Global Recruitment Strategy and Partnerships at International Schools Services, she empowers marginalized students and educators, creating inclusive learning environments. Her groundbreaking research on Black feminist leadership, featured in "Roses from Concrete," illuminates the transformative potential of intersectional approaches in education. Nadine’s unwavering commitment to justice and equity has led to increased access to STEM fields and advanced placement classes for underrepresented students, higher graduation rates, and the elevation of BIPOC educators into leadership roles, ensuring their voices shape the future of education. Through her strategic interventions and tireless advocacy, she inspires and empowers others to join her in creating a more equitable future for all.
Prologue: Framing the Journey—The Researcher’s Perspective – Acknowledgments – Unmasking the Intersection of Race and Gender in Times of Social Unrest – Women and Persons of Color in Educational Leadership – Theory- Building Case Studies: Illuminating Hidden Voices – HerStories: Six Black Women Superintendents-Heads – Pioneers’ Grit: Claiming Seats and Standing Strong – The Calling: Harnessing Intersectionality as a Social Movement – Black Feminist Leadership Theory: "Rose from Concrete Model" – Shaping Organizational and Educational Leadership Policy – Barriers to Bridges: A Blueprint for Change – Concluding Reflections: Nurturing a Diverse Leadership Pipeline – Further Reading.
Erscheinungsdatum | 21.06.2024 |
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Zusatzinfo | 10 Illustrations, unspecified |
Verlagsort | New York |
Sprache | englisch |
Maße | 150 x 225 mm |
Themenwelt | Sozialwissenschaften ► Pädagogik |
Sozialwissenschaften ► Soziologie ► Gender Studies | |
Schlagworte | A Black Feminist Leadership Model for School Reform • Alison • Black • Black Feminism • Black women leaders • Concrete • Diversity in Education • education reform • Empowerment • Equity • feminist • Gender • Intersectionality • Jefferson • Leadership • Leadership Model • Model • Nadine • Nadine Richards • Organizational leadership • Reform • Resilience • Richards • Roses • Roses from Concrete • school • Systemic Racism • theory construction |
ISBN-10 | 1-63667-756-8 / 1636677568 |
ISBN-13 | 978-1-63667-756-9 / 9781636677569 |
Zustand | Neuware |
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