Unveiling the “I” in Inclusion: Empowering Educators by Addressing Unconscious Bias: 16 April
Unveiling the “I” in Inclusion: Empowering Educators by Addressing Unconscious Bias: 16 April
Unveiling the “I” in Inclusion: Empowering Educators by Addressing Unconscious Bias
The goal of this session is to emphasise self-reflection and share strategies for educators on how to unpack unconscious bias.
Through introspection, we will examine the neurological short cuts we acquire and the impact it has on our day – to – day decision making. Addressing bias is not just a personal choice – it is a social agenda, a moral stance which affects inclusive interactions and practices in our learning communities.
Takeaways for Participants
– Understand how the distorted lens of unconscious bias impacts the architecture of the brain,
– Engage in self-reflective strategies and analyse its impact on inclusion,
– Create a commitment for personal change, which will empower you and those in your school community.
About the Facilitator:
Yasmine Hashmi is an international educator who has taught in Canada, South Korea, Vietnam and Switzerland where she currently resides. Having taken on multiple roles within schools as a teacher, department head, curriculum developer, instructional coach, and an academic and action researcher – Yasmine is a Learning Support and EAL specialist, who has also taught MYP Mathematics and Science, and DP Theory of Knowledge.
Yasmine is an advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion both within education and the community. A trained human rights defender, Yasmine has worked with UNISEF, and the UN Human Rights Council. She is also the co-chair with International Schools Services (ISS) Diversity Collaborative BIPOC Voices Data Committee. As a writer for We Need Diverse Books, she believes presenting diverse stores help us all to see stories through different perspectives. It engages us in how we perceive the greater community and develop connections introspectively. Yasmine believes that our pursuits to developing an inclusive mindset is a life long journey, but we all have the power within ourselves to bring positive change.
Social Media:
• LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/yasmine-aslam-hashmi
• Twitter X : @Yasmine_AHashmi