As the dog days of summer roll on, so too does the work of Heart of the Village. One of the best (and easiest) ways to maintain momentum in your personal social justice practice is to simply read and share a good book or article about issues of race and equity. The team at HOTV makes it a practice to forward our favorite articles and podcasts to each other via text or email and we encourage you to do the same. Here’s a sample of what we loved in July.
It’s so important to support our local print newspapers. The Marin Independent Journal does a great job of keeping us abreast of local efforts to support Black Lives Matter and diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in Marin County.
“Dr. Armstrong is the first African American educational leader to serve as assistant superintendent of educational services and brings with her diverse experiences and funds of knowledge that enrich our learning community.
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“Marin Voice: The clock is still ticking for Golden Gate Village residents”
“You are not alone,” the BIPOC home page says. “This is a safe space for people to share their experiences with racism in Marin County schools.”
“I noticed a lack of teaching about darker skin tones, and how certain symptoms appear differently in those who aren’t white”
Tell us what you are reading and listening to! Just copy and past the link and drop it in an email to us at info@heartofthevillage.org and we may share it our in our monthly newsletter.
Yours in soul, power and love,
Halicue Hanna