SpeakUP! International Inc.
SpeakUP! International Inc.
Ellington Brown
EQUITY WORK: Stop treating everyone the same
50 minutes Posted Jul 20, 2026 at 5:00 am.
Welcome And Guest Introduction
Muhammad Ali Quote And Equity Risk
Authenticity And Avoiding Burnout
Building Stakeholder Trust Beyond Silos
What An EDI Coalition Does
Showing Up And Challenging The Norm
Exclusion Microaggressions And School Transitions
Risk Factors Protective Factors Community Safety
Supporting Incarcerated Youth Wraparound Programs
Measuring Impact Through Data And Access
Social Justice Curriculum As Daily Activism
Accessible Programs Sport And Leadership Rethink
Immigration Mentors Writing And Vulnerability
Oral Culture Podcasts And Helping People Stay
Closing Thanks And How To Connect
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A lot of people say they support equity, diversity, and inclusion, but far fewer are willing to challenge the systems that keep producing the same unequal outcomes. We’re joined by Dr. Ardavan Eizadirad, assistant professor in Ontario teacher education and executive director with YACE in Toronto’s Jane and Finch community, to talk about what real EDI work looks like when it’s grounded in service, accountability, and lived experience. Dr. Eizadirad shares practical examples from campus and c...