Diversity Education Resources
Intercultural Communication Institute
http://www.intercultural.org
From the website:
“The Intercultural Communication Institute (ICI) offers resources for intercultural, cross-cultural, multicultural, international diversity training and education … is an educational foundation designed to foster awareness and appreciation of cultural difference in both the international and domestic arenas.”
TeenDIVERSOPHY note:
ICI is a tremendous resource for intercultural professionals. Over the years, our consultants have participated in the ICI Summer Institute for Intercultural Communication.
National Center for the Preservation of Democracy
http://www.ncdemocracy.org
From the website:
"The National Center for the Preservation of Democracy is a non-profit, non-partisan educational institution that provides tools for living democratically in a diverse American society… the National Center works to inspire youth to become active, informed participants in shaping democracy in America."
TeenDIVERSOPHY note:
The National Center is a gold mine:
Resources for teachers who are ready to take the next step from "appreciating differences" to helping students learn their role in "diversity-to-democracy."
- Timely unit plans
- Lesson plan data-base
- Continuing education
The Society for Intercultural Education, Training and Research
http://www.sietarusa.org
From the website:
“The Society for Intercultural Education, Training and Research in the United States of America (SIETAR-USA) is a professional membership organization for those who are concerned with the challenges and rewards of intercultural relations. Our members work within many environments and professions - business and industry, consulting, training, K-12 and higher education, counseling, all aspects of the media and arts, to name a few…We promote and facilitate intercultural education, training, and research through professional interchange.”
TeenDIVERSOPHY note:
SEITAR provides an opportunity to learn from and communicate with dedicated professionals on topics of intercultural interest. Most of our consultants are members of this global organization.
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Hate Elimination Resources
National Conference for Community and Justice
http://www.nccj.org
From the website:
“The National Conference for Community and Justice, founded in 1927 as The National Conference of Christians and Jews, is a human relations organization dedicated to fighting bias, bigotry and racism in American. NCCJ promotes understanding and respect among all races, religions and cultures through advocacy, conflict resolution and education.”
TeenDIVERSOPHY note:
NCCJ has programs designed to empower teachers and leaders to create change at the school and district level. They are a valued resource.
Teaching Tolerance
http://www.tolerance.org
From the website:
“Fight Hate and Promote Tolerance …
Tolerance.org is a principal online destination for people interested in dismantling bigotry and creating, in hate's stead, communities that value diversity. Through its online well of resources and ideas, its expanding collection of print materials, its burgeoning outreach efforts, and its downloadable public service announcements, Tolerance.org promotes and supports anti-bias activism in every venue of life.”
TeenDIVERSOPHY note:
Teaching Tolerance is a project of the Southern Poverty Law Center. This non-profit organization contains resources for teachers, parents, teens (Mix It Up…Bring Down the Walls), little kids and community advocates. They have earned our highest respect.
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Bullying Reduction and School Safety Resources
Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL)
http://www.casel.org
From the website:
“CASEL will enhance children's success in school and life by promoting coordinated, evidence-based social, emotional, and academic learning as an essential part of education from preschool though high school.”
TeenDIVERSOPHY note:
Founded by Daniel Goleman, author of Emotional Intelligence, CASEL's research, projects and programs provide scientific grounding to all work in this arena.
Educators for Social Responsibility / Resolving Conflicts Creatively
http://www.esrnational.org
From the website:
“Educators for Social Responsibility (ESR) helps educators create safe, caring, respectful, and productive learning environments. We also help educators work with young people to develop the social skills, emotional competencies, and qualities of character they need to succeed in school and become contributing members of their communities.”
TeenDIVERSOPHY note:
Established in 1982, ESR is highly regarded and knowledgeable. We greatly appreciate their contribution to school reform.
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Peace Resources
The Center for the Advancement of Ethics and Character at Boston
http://www.bu.edu/education/caec
From the website:
“To serve as a resource for administrators, teachers and parents … foster more research initiatives and publications … educate teachers who can provide students with an intellectual framework for discussing, understanding and practicing core virtues.”
TeenDIVERSOPHY note:
The CAEC website provides 10 years of vital work for educators, students and their parents.
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