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Social and Emotional Learning through Hip Hop? Jamila Sams & We Do It 4 The Culture's SEL curriculum
Manny FacesMarch 17, 202400:37:17

Social and Emotional Learning through Hip Hop? Jamila Sams & We Do It 4 The Culture's SEL curriculum

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Manny Faces speaks with Jamila Sams, a passionate and visionary educator who is deeply committed to harnessing the transformative power of education to uplift communities. At the heart of her pedagogy lies a profound connection to Hip Hop culture, which she sees as a vital instrument for enriching the learning experience and fostering liberation.

Seeing a need to intertwine cultural relevance with learning, Jamila created "We Do It 4 the Culture," a groundbreaking social and emotional learning program. This curriculum speaks to students from grades 6 to 12, drawing on the rich tapestry of Hip Hop to engage and inspire, while promoting the social and emotional well-being of youth.

**Key Takeaways:**

- **Innovative SEL Curriculum:** Learn how "We Do It For the Culture" integrates Hip Hop into educational spaces, fostering essential SEL competencies through a lens that resonates with students from diverse backgrounds.

- **Breaking Barriers:** Discover the significance of educators reflecting on their biases and embracing Hip Hop culture to establish deeper connections with students, improve communication, and facilitate meaningful conversations.

- **Scaling Impact:** Find out about the expansion of accessible, asynchronous lessons for teachers, and the positive ripple effects in classrooms across 15 states, where students and educators are building inclusive communities through this unique curriculum.

Learn more at www.wedoit4theculture.com and www.instagram.com/sel4theculture

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