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Free ParentEd Talks Virtual

Metro Parent ParentEd Talks: How to Talk to Kids About Race at Home and in the Classroom

January 19, 2023 - January 19, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Photo credit: iStock/monkeybusinessimages

Description

Parents can hear from Khalil Gibran Muhammad, Ph.D., and Jeffery Robinson, two of the nation’s leading scholars on race, democracy, inequality and criminal justice. There will be a Q+A at the live event and for those who cannot make it live, the video will be recorded. Chances to win a $100 Amazon gift card for those who attend live.

Event Cost: Free, registration required

Event Times: 4-5 p.m. Jan. 19, 2023

Additional Information

Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/how-to-talk-to-kids-about-race-at-home-and-in-the-classroom-metro-parent-tickets-481378294437?aff=MPWebCalendar

Age recommendation: Parents Only

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Sarah Knieff –

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Guides

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