Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The concepts of diversity, equity and inclusion are fundamental to creating a positive educational environment that is fair and supportive of all students, staff and community members. By understanding these concepts, board members can help build more equitable and effective schools that benefit all students and prepare them for success in a diverse and globalized world.
Selected Resources
Explore the NJSBA resources below to learn more.
- Leadership Tips: Equity in a Divided Community.
- What You Need to Know About Educational Equity and Critical Race Theory.
- Legally Speaking: Students for Fair Admissions, Inc.: Implications for Race-Consciousness in K-12 Education.
- Legally Speaking: Diversity, Inclusion and Elimination of Bias in New Jersey Schools — Part 1.
- Legally Speaking: Diversity, Inclusion and Elimination of Bias in New Jersey Schools — Part 2.
- Legally Speaking: Diversity, Inclusion and Elimination of Bias in New Jersey Schools — Part 3.
- Changing the Equation: New Jersey Searches for Ways to Boost Teacher Diversity.
- A Focus on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Long Branch.
- A Commitment to AAPI Students.
NJDOE Resource
The New Jersey Department of Education has a webpage of diversity, equity and inclusion educational resources that includes frequently asked questions, sample activities and lessons and more.
Related Resources: Videos, Webinars, Podcasts
Learn more from NJSBA’s multimedia resources below.