In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of 'Social Justice Origin Stories,' Dr. Chasity Bailey-Fakhoury explores the personal experiences and pivotal moments that shaped her commitment to equity and social justice. As a former Detroit public school teacher and now a professor at Grand Valley State University, Dr. Bailey-Fakhoury remembers the lessons learned from her grandmother, the challenges faced during her early years, and the powerful influence of Black educators in her life. She highlights the importance of educators who pour into and uplift students, recalling her own experiences with Black teachers who affirmed her capabilities. The dialogue stresses the significance of individual contributions to social justice, the transformative power of education, and the necessity of dreaming and building for a more equitable future. What You'll Learn in This Episode 00:00 Introduction: Education as a Practice of Freedom 01:12 Host Introduction and Project Overview 02:21 Guest Introduction: Dr. Chasity Bailey-Fakhoury 03:05 Personal Background and Early Life 04:22 Reflections on Education and Freedom 07:24 Impact of Ancestry and Early Experiences 12:00 Navigating Racial Dynamics in Childhood 24:31 The Importance of Black Educators 31:36 Gratitude to Black Educators 32:24 Returning to Detroit: A Personal Journey 34:14 The Importance of Representation in Education 35:55 Building Transformative Educators 38:29 The Power of Love and Intention in Teaching 44:18 Honoring Influential Figures and Personal Heroes 51:18 Legacy and Future Generations 52:40 True Social Justice and Personal Reflections 56:42 Final Thoughts and Gratitude 01:01:01 Closing Remarks and Call to Action Support the podcast by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/SocialJusticeOriginStories Other Important Links: Social Justice Origin Stories Project Website: https://socialjusticeoriginstories.com YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SocialJusticeOriginStories Follow Social Justice Origin Stories on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/socialjusticeoriginstories/ Follow Social Justice Origin Stories on Threads https://www.threads.net/@socialjusticeoriginstories?xmt=AQGzmxmHgZ8XactVuJeywKRFcE4r86Ya_swu5BROzwjaZFM Social Justice Origin Stories is produced, edited, and hosted by Relando Thompkins-Jones.
