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Dec 20, 2023

A Rutgers researcher recently found that having a strong sense of belonging at school could mitigate suicidal tendencies among Black students. In fact, the research showed that as Black adolescents’ sense of belonging decreased, their risk for suicidal ideation and attempts increased by as much as 35%. 

What does it mean for a child to feel accepted and valued at school? What role do parents and teachers play? And how can we create a sense of belonging for all students?

In this episode, Ramon Stephens joins Kevin to share how we can create a sense of belonging for all our students.  

Meet Ramon

Ramon Stephens is The Conscious Kid’s founder and executive director an education nonprofit dedicated to supporting families, educators, and organizations in learning about and taking action against systemic inequality and racism.

https://www.ramonstephensphd.com/

https://www.theconsciouskid.org/

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