In solidarity, learning, growth, and resistance.

It's not uncommon for 'white' people to ask me if they can be victims of reverse-racism from a Black person. Here are two infographic PDF resources (and a Padlet with excellent videos and reading materials) to help develop your racial literacy. But remember, understanding this and the ways in which society racialises you as 'white' (and what that means for the part you play in a racially-unjust system) takes much effort, reflection, discomfort and time. Disclaimer: I receive no revenue from this blog nor the resources I make, nor any of my anti-racism (though if a big corporation is interested I'd charge in partnership with a Global Majority partner and with a donation to a relevent community organisation). I am currently incredibly fortunate to be supported by my employer to complete a PhD in this area. These resources are one of the ways I try to give back some of what I am benefiting from. Infographic 1 - What is 'white', whiteness, and white suprema

I regularly talk about social justice to friends and family (but sadly not my nan, anymore. And by sadly I don't mean she has passed away, I mean she remains a staunch racist despite my efforts). I also talk to colleagues involved in all areas of education from library staff and lecturers, to senior leaders and support and cleaning services (one of my priorities in my personal and professional life is to hold myself and others to account in our efforts to fight racism and dismantle white supremacy). When the topic of race equity comes up, people are often unsure of what I mean when I refer to 'whiteness'. Thanks, National Curriculum. This is because the system is not-so-cleverly designed to disguise itself. Some people I talk to know far, far more about it than me (unsurprisingly, not my nan). Anyway, here's an infographic that might help us understand whiteness as key in perpetuating white supremacy. Free PDF available by request @Cole_Therapy_Ed. Did I

Conferences and related events (symposia, unconferences, cafes, uncafes, whatever) in the field of education are notoriously exclusive spaces. And this is still often the case when the event is about social justice issues in education. Cue Alanis . Whether it's only white people talking decolonisation, or charging the best part of a grand to bring your research there ( AdvanceHE and NET , I'm looking at you), if you're a struggling academic or student, the message is clear: this is more for 'them' and less for you. From sexual harassment (thanks, men) to explicit and hidden disincentives and barriers to engage for carers, students, and especially those who are introverted, have low disposable income, or from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds (thanks, neocolonialism), equity for speakers and delegates is still a pipe dream. Or it would be a dream if organisers were conscious of it. Hold on, it could still be a dream from the subconscious, rig