Exploring Identity and Belonging with Young Children

Virtual Event: September 19, 12pm ET

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Wondering how to talk to your little ones about big topics like diversity and inclusivity? Kick off the school year with a conversation between Vivvi's Christie Pinheiro and anti-racist educator Tabitha St. Bernard-Jacobs focused on how kids learn about themselves and the world around them. We'll share tips on helping your child understand and appreciate differences, and tackle those tricky questions about race, gender, and cultural identity that might leave you stumped.

 

What we'll discuss: 

  • How to talk clearly about identity and diversity with children 0-5

  • How to use books and other tools for learning

  • How to find actionable ways to raise inclusive, open-minded children. 


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Can’t make it? Register anyway and we’ll send you the recording. 

Speakers

Tabitha St. Bernard-Jacobs

 

Tabitha St. Bernard-Jacobs, Educator.  Tabitha St. Bernard-Jacobs (she/hers) is a Trinidadian-American mom, artist, writer, organizer and thought leader. As a leading voice on antiracist parenting she often writes about raising multiracial children in today's America for Parents, Good Housekeeping, SheKnows and more. Read some of her writings here. Tabitha is the author of the biweekly column, Raising Anti-Racist Kids with Romper.com. Certified in DEI, she advises and guides brands and people through a journey that centers racial equity and emboldens lifelong changes in perspectives surrounding equity. Her approach includes the mindset that all who are willing to learn and grow need tools and actionable skills to become true anti-racist allies and accomplices.

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Christie Pinheiro, Director of Campus Operations at Vivvi. Christie Pinheiro brings over two decades of experience in the field of early childhood education. Her highest priority is to ensure that Vivvi’s schools provide a nurturing community for children, facilitating a foundational love for learning. In her role, Christie recognizes the importance of strong partnerships with families, and she actively engages with parents, welcoming every opportunity to connect and collaborate on the educational journey of their children. Christie is also a former educator and the proud working mother of two daughters, Mia (8 years old) and Mona (3 years old).