Description

Defining Us uses the power of media and the promise of education to inspire educators to join the conversation on the socio-political cultural issues that matter.  In this episode of Defining Us…Stacey DeWitt is joined by Tammy Thomas Garnes, Vice President of Education & Understanding at ARRAY, to discuss the role of media, the art of storytelling, and the impact on education and outreach. She and Stacey go deep into how they each approach the work and how those approaches can be used for positive impact.   Powerful Moments  Throughout this podcast there are powerful moments that provide deeper insight into the individuals and topics discussed in this podcast.   

• 1:32-Tammy’s Story-The Vision and Impact 
• 10:25-Art and Media Meeting Education 
• 19:30-The Danger of Un-Education  

• 31:39-Transcending Fear and Transforming Communities with Counter-Narratives 
• 44:46-Exposure, Disruption, Liberation  

Critical Reflection Questions (During and After the Listening)  Use the following critical reflection questions to make deeper meaning of the topics discussed in this episode. 

• How do my own identity, experiences and knowledge influence my understanding of this topic?  
• How does this topic connect with my current context? 
• What are the implications to my practice? 
• How will I continue the conversation in my school/community/organization? 

Inside the Conversation   Want to know more? Continue the learning with some of the important individuals, organizations, and topics discussed in this episode. 

• ARRAY 101 
• ARRAY Now Films/Education Resources Mentioned 

• Ava Duverney 
• Tilane Jones 
• Haile Gerima 
• Enslaved.org 
• Defining Us: Children at the Crossroads 

• Contact Tammy   

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