The aim of this series is to introduce AISA members to the new AISA DEIJ Guide.
The AISA DEIJ Guide, “Pathways to Transformation” seeks to unlock the power and potential of International Schools grounded in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Belonging. The guide is a product of AISA’s Wellbeing for All programme, which seeks to enhance the effectiveness of member schools in supporting and embodying diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice (DEIJ) and mental health for all educators and students, promoting a sense of belonging.
This is one of a series of Zoom calls taking place on the 3rd Wednesday of each month. The sections of the DEIJ Collaborative series are:
Please use the REGISTER HERE button to sign up for the series.
Participants will have an opportunity to meet to discuss specific sections of the new AISA DEIJ Guide. Before we meet on Zoom each month, ongoing online conversations will be taking place in the AISA DEIJ Collaborative Affinity Group. Two weeks before the Zoom meeting, participants will be invited to explore the new DEIJ guide section topic in the online forum. They can also listen to a podcast from the contributor(s) of the topic and engage in asynchronous conversations with other DEIJ Collaborative members.
Date: May 15, 2024
Time: 14:00 GMT
Facilitated by: Shelly Maldonado (International School of Kenya)
Session Description and Outcomes
As a result of participating at this institute, attendees can expect to understand better the criticality of setting up formal, measurable outcomes for DEIJ initiatives in their institution. Learn how to establish clear benchmarks and trackable metrics to gauge progress in each of the topic areas discussed. Recognize the value of continuous assessment in refining strategies and ensuring that DEIJ principles genuinely take root within the educational setting that assists in crafting robust DEIJ policies, ensuring a measured approach to the change required.
Pre-Session Activities
Two weeks prior, on Monday, April 29, we will launch the AISA DEIJ Guide topic “How Can We Measure The Progress We’re Making?” in our online community discussion forum.
One week prior, on Monday, May 06, facilitator Shelly Maldonado will run an asynchronous conversation with all DEIJ Collaborative members exploring the topic “How Can We Measure The Progress We’re Making?”. Click here to join the conversation.
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