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Black Teachers Connect
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“Why are you not giving yourself a solution?”
Rhia Gibbs, Black Teachers Connect
Educational consultant, Former teacher sociology, criminology
https://blackteachersconnect.co.uk/
"Become a teacher and conquer the world."
In this week's insightful episode, we sat down with Rhia Gibbs, an accomplished educational consultant with a background in sociology and criminology. Rhia's educational journey was guided by a powerful piece of advice from one of her Black teachers: "Become a teacher and conquer the world." Despite experiencing a rebellious phase, she was reminded that she could do better. Throughout her schooling, Rhia encountered just two Black teachers which underscored her mission to elevate educators.
"Creating a community for Black teachers."
Rhia's organization, Black Teachers Connect, embodies her unwavering goal to impact and empower teachers while fostering a vibrant community. Rhia emphasizes the need to address traumatic incidents in schools, like the unjust strip-search of a teenage girl. Reflecting on George Floyd's global impact, Rhia underscores the importance of acknowledging issues within the UK's own borders. Despite some progress, she recognizes the ongoing struggle for students within the system to envision themselves reaching the pinnacle of success. With only 2% of UK teachers being Black/African/Black Caribbean, Rhia's Black Teachers Connect offers a much-needed network for Black educators—a place to excel, share wisdom, connect, and have fun. Join us in this episode as Rhia Gibbs continues her journey of building a vibrant and empowering community for Black teachers in the UK.
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Manage episode 379441011 series 2997909
“Why are you not giving yourself a solution?”
Rhia Gibbs, Black Teachers Connect
Educational consultant, Former teacher sociology, criminology
https://blackteachersconnect.co.uk/
"Become a teacher and conquer the world."
In this week's insightful episode, we sat down with Rhia Gibbs, an accomplished educational consultant with a background in sociology and criminology. Rhia's educational journey was guided by a powerful piece of advice from one of her Black teachers: "Become a teacher and conquer the world." Despite experiencing a rebellious phase, she was reminded that she could do better. Throughout her schooling, Rhia encountered just two Black teachers which underscored her mission to elevate educators.
"Creating a community for Black teachers."
Rhia's organization, Black Teachers Connect, embodies her unwavering goal to impact and empower teachers while fostering a vibrant community. Rhia emphasizes the need to address traumatic incidents in schools, like the unjust strip-search of a teenage girl. Reflecting on George Floyd's global impact, Rhia underscores the importance of acknowledging issues within the UK's own borders. Despite some progress, she recognizes the ongoing struggle for students within the system to envision themselves reaching the pinnacle of success. With only 2% of UK teachers being Black/African/Black Caribbean, Rhia's Black Teachers Connect offers a much-needed network for Black educators—a place to excel, share wisdom, connect, and have fun. Join us in this episode as Rhia Gibbs continues her journey of building a vibrant and empowering community for Black teachers in the UK.
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