Until society represents everyone, the question will always be, do I belong?
IT IS TIME TO RETHINK REPRESENTATION
#RepresentationMatters
Where it all started
In 2017 The Runnymede Trust published a report which highlighted the lack of BAME (Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic) teachers in Bristol, a remarkably diverse city.
In 2018 Aisha, an Assistant Principal in a Bristol Secondary school was approached by BBC Inside Out West to present on their show exploring this very issue.
During this process, Aisha interviewed Shauna, a fellow teacher from Bristol and after sharing their experiences they realized that they needed to do more to ensure the voices of the under-represented were heard and to raise awareness of the many issues faced, due to the lack of the representation in education and beyond.
Aisha then joined forces with Lana Crosbie (Chair of Bristol NME), to deliver workshops and training addressing the inequality in the education system.
It was clear that they had to do something, they had to reignite the debate.
And, Representation Matters was born.
Mission
OUR MISSION IS TO CHALLENGE THE LACK OF REPRESENTATION AND INEQUALITY IN OUR CURRENT EDUCATION SYSTEM.
IT IS SIMPLE.
#RepresentationMatters
GOALS
To raise the awareness of the need for Black educators
There are wider implications to consider regarding the lack of diverse educators in the workplace. The impact is far reaching and can influence the lives of both students and staff.
Celebrate the successes of Black educators
It is important to shine the spotlight on our Black and minority educators who are achieving great things, in unrepresented spaces.
To support Black and minority educators
It is important that staff from all backgrounds are heard, seen, and included. We want to provide a platform where Black and minority educators are supported on issues that they face during their routes into teaching and whilst in the education profession.
To enrich the current curriculum with diversity and colour
Students of all races should see diverse representation in the curriculum they receive.
To empower Black children and young people to pursue careers and ambitions in unrepresented areas
There is not a profession in the world that starts without a teacher or the process of being taught. Students need to see themselves reflected in all industries.
To challenge industries to review the representation in their organisations
Research has proven for some time the benefits of a diverse workforce, yet we continue to see disparity between different group, across many industries.
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