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This week's episode revisits past conversations held on the Black SEL podcast. Join in the discussions that focus on the importance of voicing the true black experience, building Black SEL and social awareness to better serve the community! Hear directly from Brandon Frame, Cierra Hinton, Sharonda Arnold-Oneal, Geoffrey Golden, and Joshua Vincent, who have all shared their perspectives on the Black SEL platform.
0:42- Kristen reminds listeners of how and where to attend the Black SEL summit, September 28 - 29
0:59- Frances Lee & Brandon Frame discuss the need to better inform black men of possibilities in an education career which would in turn help the development of black boys in learning settings
6:09- Kristen and Cierra Hinton engage on a more fulfilling use of media for black people and participation in media that affirms the narrative of black people in the community
8:56- Kristen and Sharonda Arnold-Ocean talk about the impact of consistent, and uplifting content on the lived experience of our community helps to improve the community as a whole from the inside out
17:11- Frances & Joshua Vincent, look back at historical trends of oppressors working to stifle black voices advocating for freedom and equality, and what that means today
25:03- Kristen & Geoffrey Golden lead the church chorus with hymns that demonstrated resilience in the face of adversity

Support the Black SEL Movement: 
 Our Membership: The Black SEL Collective is an exclusive members-only community for Black SEL Experts and believers who stand with us in our mission to uplift, cultivate, and transform Black communities. Being part of this network will allow you to build a circle of fellow Black SEL experts and have access to our private Facebook community to discuss new trends, strategies, and practices to implement SEL in Black communities. Learn more at: https://lfycampaigns.lpages.co/black-sel-collective/
 Black SEL Summit: The current education system is dominated by political narratives that devalue the very people that our schools are supposed to serve. The Black SEL Summit is a space for us by us to highlight the voices of African-American people in the field and speak to best practices, research, and solutions to sustain SEL in Black Communities. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/blkselsummit23
 Donate:Powered by The Dangers Of The Mind Education Fund, The Black SEL HUB aims to highlight the voices of Black SEL practitioners and share resources to further the field in order to sustain social-emotional learning practices in Black communities. With your support, you are advancing our research, our reach, and our impact on black communities around the nation. Thank you in advance for your commitment and for acknowledging the importance of the work we do every day! To donate, visit: https://bit.ly/blackseldonation
We’re giving away our signature Black SEL T-shirts to those who take a moment to fill out a quick 5-minute survey. This is an opportunity to let your voice be heard and for us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Fill out the survey and be entered to win at: https://bit.ly/blackselsurvey

This week's episode revisits past conversations held on the Black SEL podcast. Join in the discussions ranging from Black SEL's presence in finding freedom, education settings, and in the black church! Hear directly from Geoffrey Golden, J. Sterrett, and Joshua Vincent, who are all past guests.
0:42- Kristen reminds listeners of how and where to attend the Black SEL summit, September 28 - 29
2:15- Kristen explains the term reSELience and how it's been demonstrated by black people for centuries
6:12- Kristen and J. Sterrett discuss the role of black educators and their importance in the learning environment
9:23- Kristen and Joshua talk about social awareness, and recognizing genuine allies in activism in historical and contemporary contexts
14:19- Kristen's guest, Geoffrey Golden describes pillars of the black church and the relationship between black people and Christianity

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Jessica Couch Instagram
Support the Black SEL Movement: 
 Our Membership: The Black SEL Collective is an exclusive members-only community for Black SEL Experts and believers who stand with us in our mission to uplift, cultivate, and transform Black communities. Being part of this network will allow you to build a circle of fellow Black SEL experts and have access to our private Facebook community to discuss new trends, strategies, and practices to implement SEL in Black communities. Learn more at: https://lfycampaigns.lpages.co/black-sel-collective/
 Black SEL Summit: The current education system is dominated by political narratives that devalue the very people that our schools are supposed to serve. The Black SEL Summit is a space for us by us to highlight the voices of African-American people in the field and speak to best practices, research, and solutions to sustain SEL in Black Communities. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/blkselsummit23
 Donate:Powered by The Dangers Of The Mind Education Fund, The Black SEL HUB aims to highlight the voices of Black SEL practitioners and share resources to further the field in order to sustain social-emotional learning practices in Black communities. With your support, you are advancing our research, our reach, and our impact on black communities around the nation. Thank you in advance for your commitment and for acknowledging the importance of the work we do every day! To donate, visit: https://bit.ly/blackseldonation
We’re giving away our signature Black SEL T-shirts to those who take a moment to fill out a quick 5-minute survey. This is an opportunity to let your voice be heard and for us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Fill out the survey and be entered to win at: https://bit.ly/blackselsurvey

Join us for this pre-recorded webinar covering Black SEL, culture, and their importance in child education. This week's guest is Shauna Brown, owner and founder of Teach for the Culture, LLC, a global brand that helps educators create more equitable learning experiences for minority students.
Shauna joins this webinar, moderated by Frances Lee, Black SEL Program Coordinator, to describe how the profound impact in the learning environment that comes from understanding the culture of the student body and leveraging that understanding in the classroom.
2:57- Kristen announces the 2nd Annual Black SEL Summit, September 28th & 29th
6:33- Kristen mentions freedom school, and recaps the impact it had this summer of 2023
9:43- Frances introduces the speaker, Shauna Brown
11:53- Shauna defines culture and how it shows up in the classroom
24:48- Shauna describes how educators can incorporate SEL in the everyday classroom practice

Teach for the Culture Website
Teach for the Culture Instagram
Support the Black SEL Movement: 
 Our Membership: The Black SEL Collective is an exclusive members-only community for Black SEL Experts and believers who stand with us in our mission to uplift, cultivate, and transform Black communities. Being part of this network will allow you to build a circle of fellow Black SEL experts and have access to our private Facebook community to discuss new trends, strategies, and practices to implement SEL in Black communities. Learn more at: https://lfycampaigns.lpages.co/black-sel-collective/
 Black SEL Summit: The current education system is dominated by political narratives that devalue the very people that our schools are supposed to serve. The Black SEL Summit is a space for us by us to highlight the voices of African-American people in the field and speak to best practices, research, and solutions to sustain SEL in Black Communities. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/blkselsummit23
 Donate:Powered by The Dangers Of The Mind Education Fund, The Black SEL HUB aims to highlight the voices of Black SEL practitioners and share resources to further the field in order to sustain social-emotional learning practices in Black communities. With your support, you are advancing our research, our reach, and our impact on black communities around the nation. Thank you in advance for your commitment and for acknowledging the importance of the work we do every day! To donate, visit: https://bit.ly/blackseldonation
We’re giving away our signature Black SEL T-shirts to those who take a moment to fill out a quick 5-minute survey. This is an opportunity to let your voice be heard and for us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Fill out the survey and be entered to win at: https://bit.ly/blackselsurvey

Join us this week as Kristen talks about Black SEL and black fashion. This week's guest is Jessica Couch. Jessica is A Partner, Strategist, leading retail technology consultant, Fit and Sizing Tech Expert, Entrepreneur advisor, writer, and speaker! She is the founder of Luxor + Finch Consulting, a boutique consulting agency focused on matching people to products through technology integration.
As well as the co-founder of Fayetteville Road Agency. Fayetteville Road is a turnkey boutique agency that leverages retail technology to build custom solutions, match people to products and create innovative experiences for the newly inclusive marketplace. Kristen and her guest talk about black fashion and Black SEL. You will leave this episode educated on fashion trends and tech.
01:20- Kristen introduces her guest
6:30- Kristen and the guest talk about creativeness
10:30- Kristen and the guest talk about fashion and technology
22:40- Kristen talks about fashion and SEL
32:10- Kristen's guest discusses obstacles of black women in tech

Jessica Couch Website
Jessica Couch Instagram
Support the Black SEL Movement: 
 Our Membership: The Black SEL Collective is an exclusive members-only community for Black SEL Experts and believers who stand with us in our mission to uplift, cultivate, and transform Black communities. Being part of this network will allow you to build a circle of fellow Black SEL experts and have access to our private Facebook community to discuss new trends, strategies, and practices to implement SEL in Black communities. Learn more at: https://lfycampaigns.lpages.co/black-sel-collective/
 Black SEL Summit: The current education system is dominated by political narratives that devalue the very people that our schools are supposed to serve. The Black SEL Summit is a space for us by us to highlight the voices of African-American people in the field and speak to best practices, research, and solutions to sustain SEL in Black Communities. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/blkselsummit23 
 Donate:Powered by The Dangers Of The Mind Education Fund, The Black SEL HUB aims to highlight the voices of Black SEL practitioners and share resources to further the field in order to sustain social-emotional learning practices in Black communities. With your support, you are advancing our research, our reach, and our impact on black communities around the nation. Thank you in advance for your commitment and for acknowledging the importance of the work we do every day! To donate, visit: https://bit.ly/blackseldonation
We’re giving away our signature Black SEL T-shirts to those who take a moment to fill out a quick 5-minute survey. This is an opportunity to let your voice be heard and for us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Fill out the survey and be entered to win at: https://bit.ly/blackselsurvey

Join us this week as Kristen talks about Black SEL and the black creative. This week's guest is Derrick Beasley, an educated black creative. Derrick is a Nashville, Tennessee born, Durham, North Carolina raised visual artist passionate about his artistic capabilities and inner-work so he can take action in making this world a better place. His desire to better his community led him take on the responsibility of answering three persisting questions which are: What would make this world better?”, “How can I work to create it today?” and “what do I need to heal in myself to create it”. Kristen and her guest talk creativity and Black SEL. You will leave this episode educated and inspired to tap into your creative side.
01:13- Kristen introduces her guest
4:34- Kristen and guest talks about creativeness
22:43- Kristen and guest talk about his persisting questions
35:15- Kristen talks about self confidence
Derrick Beasley Website
Derrick Beasley Instagram
✊🏾Support the Black SEL Movement: 
➡️ Our Membership: The Black SEL Collective is an exclusive members-only community for Black SEL Experts and believers who stand with us in our mission to uplift, cultivate, and transform Black communities. Being part of this network will allow you to build a circle of fellow Black SEL experts and have access to our private Facebook community to discuss new trends, strategies, and practices to implement SEL in Black communities. Learn more at: https://lfycampaigns.lpages.co/black-sel-collective/
➡️ Black SEL Summit: The current education system is dominated by political narratives that devalue the very people that our schools are supposed to serve. The Black SEL Summit is a space for us by us to highlight the voices of African-American people in the field and speak to best practices, research, and solutions to sustain SEL in Black Communities. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/blkselsummit23 
➡️ Donate:Powered by The Dangers Of The Mind Education Fund, The Black SEL HUB aims to highlight the voices of Black SEL practitioners and share resources to further the field in order to sustain social-emotional learning practices in Black communities. With your support, you are advancing our research, our reach, and our impact on black communities around the nation. Thank you in advance for your commitment and for acknowledging the importance of the work we do every day! To donate, visit: https://bit.ly/blackseldonation
We’re giving away our signature Black SEL T-shirts to those who take a moment to fill out a quick 5-minute survey. This is an opportunity to let your voice be heard and for us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Fill out the survey and be entered to win at: https://bit.ly/blackselsurvey

Join us this week as Kristen talks about Black SEL and mental health. This week's guest is none other than Sharonda Arnold- Ocean, a mental health expert. It has always been a dream of hers to inspire and encourage the people in her life and community. Sharonda's passion for public speaking and empowering people whether via social media or in person has evolved. So much so that it has expanded over two brands and her and her husband's mental health and coaching practice, Ocean Behavioral Health, which is based in Louisville, Kentucky. She provides therapy and coaching to people aspiring to be their best selves. Her hope is that these two brands will help us women see ourselves properly every day in every way. Kristen and her guest really dive deep into what mental health means to Black SEL. You will leave this episode educated and inspired to prioritize your mental health.
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✊🏾Support the Black SEL Movement: 
➡️ Our Membership: The Black SEL Collective is an exclusive members-only community for Black SEL Experts and believers who stand with us in our mission to uplift, cultivate, and transform Black communities. Being part of this network will allow you to build a circle of fellow Black SEL experts and have access to our private Facebook community to discuss new trends, strategies, and practices to implement SEL in Black communities. Learn more at: https://lfycampaigns.lpages.co/black-sel-collective/
➡️ Black SEL Summit: The current education system is dominated by political narratives that devalue the very people that our schools are supposed to serve. The Black SEL Summit is a space for us by us to highlight the voices of African-American people in the field and speak to best practices, research, and solutions to sustain SEL in Black Communities. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/blkselsummit23 
➡️ Donate:Powered by The Dangers Of The Mind Education Fund, The Black SEL HUB aims to highlight the voices of Black SEL practitioners and share resources to further the field in order to sustain social-emotional learning practices in Black communities. With your support, you are advancing our research, our reach, and our impact on black communities around the nation. Thank you in advance for your commitment and for acknowledging the importance of the work we do every day! To donate, visit: https://bit.ly/blackseldonation
We’re giving away our signature Black SEL T-shirts to those who take a moment to fill out a quick 5-minute survey. This is an opportunity to let your voice be heard and for us to provide you with more of the content you want to hear. Fill out the survey and be entered to win at: https://bit.ly/blackselsurvey