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Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Tidewater Community College. Mother. Advocate of JOY and believer in the power of education!

Virginia Beach, VA
Joined January 2015
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Fear of loss causes stagnation and systemic harm in education. "Before change can occur, we must address the root cause of our fear." The Evolution of Change - Dr. ClauDean Kizart youtu.be/nZYM9jxmtDM The Evolution of Change - Dr. ClauDean Kizart @SolutionTree @DiverseIssues
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Today’s sessions at the National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education was phenomenal! #NADOHE24
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“As we advance in the space of DEI/DOI/DEIJ, etc. we must know the laws, know who our allies are, and focus on the substance of the work!” Dr. Pedro Noguera #NADOHE24
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I'll be attending the amazing Inclusive Futures: Belonging in Higher Education and Beyond. Let me know if you're planning to attend so that we can say Hi! 👋 Or register now and join me at the event! whova.com/portal/registratio…
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As we eat and celebrate with family, let us to remember the millions of Native American/ Indigenous families that were impacted drastically and continue to be impacted by hatred. May their souls be elevated! Love ya’ll.
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Wishing all who observed this sacred day a meaningful Yom Kippur.
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Yom HaShoah commemorates one of the darkest chapters in human history, the brutal genocide and persecution of Jews and other minority populations by Hitler and the Nazi Regime. Peace and light to the 6 million plus lives taken.
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Lack of sense of belonging is a risk factor in persistence! “DEI efforts increase student belonging, which increases student persistence.” Sue Rankin #NADOHE23
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The connection between quality of life, student retention, belonging and and DEI is why I do this work. Data is power!
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DEI in higher education has “value!” #NADOHE23
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Couldn’t let the day go past without acknowledging International Transgender Day of Visibility. I SEE you. I HEAR you. I will advocate with, and when necessary for you because YOU matter! hrc.org/resources/internatio… via @HRC
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Dr. ClauDean Kizart (she/her/hers) retweeted
“We should see our community in our curriculum. Our guideposts need to start with students and community, and our journey must be driven by the need to eliminate systemic barriers, address student needs, and increase social justice and equity.” —@drkastout diverseeducation.com/institu…
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Keep on speaking up Florida! It is extremely concerning when expanding course curriculums focused on African-Americans in this country is attacked. We helped build this great country! Our history expands beyond and before slavery. The world needs to know! wsvn.com/news/local/miramar-…
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For those who are tired of hearing about DEI…this is WHY equity is important. People can have equal access, but equitable access key!
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Proud to be part of the work with #HRChamber on behalf of Tidewater Community College! Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is intentional work that matters to us all!
Prayers up for my Alma Mater.
HSSU has received notice of a bomb threat. Law enforcement is investigating. Campus is currently on lockdown. Residential students should remain in their rooms. Non-residential students and staff should NOT report to campus until further notice.
Fear leads to terrible places. Inclusion means everyone is seen, valued, and heard. Diversity is a fundamental need...
Replying to @usedgov
Texas white washing history