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Practice Humility and Seek Challenging Perspectives with Dr. Shakeer Abdullah (018)

Practice Humility and Seek Challenging Perspectives with Dr. Shakeer Abdullah (018)

Update: 2020-10-26
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Dr. Shakeer Abdullah captures the essence of practical diversity. As an African American Muslim living in the Midwest, he holds a thorough understanding of the complexities of race, culture, religion, and historical contexts. After earning his PhD. and writing on multi-cultural competence, he now consults, speaks, and trains others in achieving diversity and inclusion excellence. Today we talk about breaking free of limitations, challenging Christian hegemony, and paradigm-changing teaching tips.

 Show Notes:

  • Dr. Shakeer’s connection and reaction to George Floyd’s murder
  • How Dr. Shakeer’s family transitioned from Christianity to Islam
  • What was it like to grow up as an African American Muslim in Ohio?
  • How Dr. Shakeer broke free of the limitations imposed upon him
  • Why studying abroad is especially impactful for minorities
  • What is Christian hegemony and how does it affect us all?
  • Investigating the relationship between non-academic residents of a town vs residents associated with the school
  • How art and creative actions can transform hearts and minds
  • Why Dr. Shakeer is passionate about higher education 
  • What role spirituality and faith plays in the equality movement
  • How colorism affects Muslim communities
  • How to honor the unique challenges faced by all races and cultures
  • Are students expected to drop their unique identities in college settings?
  • “Engaging all of who we are as a resource for learning” - Dr. Amer
  • Examining the belief that “bringing religion into the conversation is too controversial”
  • What does inclusive education mean and how can educators be more intentional
  • “The opportunities are there, you just have to want it” - Dr. Shakeer
  • Why you must actually care about the communities and people you serve before you can make an impact
  • Why knowledge and awareness are vital skills for those wanting to make a difference
  • Performative knowing vs using humility and accepting you don’t know something

 

 

Connect with Dr. Shakeer Abdullah

 

Instagram | @shak1906

 

Practical Diversity Associates Website | pracdiv.com



Connect with Amer and The Eclectic Inclusion Podcast:

 

Website | amerfahmed.com

 

Instagram | @dramerfahmed

 

Twitter | @dramerfahmed



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Practice Humility and Seek Challenging Perspectives with Dr. Shakeer Abdullah (018)

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Dr. Amer F Ahmed