Episodes 51 and 52: ED&I - An Informative Conversation with NAEA Leadership

In their ED&I position statement, the National Art Education Association (NAEA) states they are “dedicated to promoting diverse voices and viewpoints that inform professional praxis for social change toward imagining and shaping a more equitable future.” In this two-part episode, The Creativity Department speaks with NAEA Leadership about the important work being done in support of equity, diversity, and inclusion. This meaningful conversation, driven by questions and topics sent in for discussion from art educators in the field, dives into the detail we all must deeply consider when thinking through the work to be done in our lives and classrooms. From thoughtful insight to support and resources, this discussion is packed with strategies you can put into use today.

Resources

Enjoy these resources from the ED&I podcast episode with NAEA Leadership. Explore the links below for strategies and resources to support equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Contact

Wanda Knight
NAEA President-elect
Assistant Dean for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and Associate Professor of Art. Education, African American Studies, and Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (Penn State University)
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Ray Yang
Director of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, and Special Initiatives, NAEA
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James Rolling
President, NAEA; Chair of Arts Education, Syracuse University
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Mario Rossero
Executive Director, NAEA
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Links

Getting Started with Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I)
Art Educator Toolkit
NAEA Town Halls
NAEA Platform and Position Statements