Jul 6, 20183 min read

[CROSS-POST] Fostering a Growth Mindset Through Culturally Responsive Teaching

The following is a cross-post from our sister blog, APA’s Psych Learning Curve – where education and psychology connect. By Julie...

Mar 28, 20184 min read

We Achieve What We Believe: How to Encourage African American Students to Believe in Their Academic

This post continues our blog series regarding racial/ethnic socialization practices, programs, and approaches. APA is putting together a...

Sep 7, 20172 min read

Charlottesville and Us

By Kumea Shorter-Gooden, PhD (Former Chief Diversity Officer, University of Maryland) I’m hoping we’ve reached an inflection point. I’m...

Aug 22, 20177 min read

Jury Bias: Can You Argue the Facts When Race Enters the Mix?

By Silvia L. Mazzula, PhD (Asst. Professor of Psychology, John Jay College of Criminal Justice, CUNY) I’m sure you’ve heard it – only...

Apr 29, 20166 min read

Islamophobia in the U.S.: A Threat to Justice Everywhere

By Muninder Kaur Ahluwalia, PhD (Montclair State University) and Saba Rasheed Ali, PhD (University of Iowa) A Muslim mom, Melissa Chance...

Aug 20, 20143 min read

Race, Racism and Law Enforcement in Communities of Color: A Call to Action

By Gwendolyn P. Keita, PhD (Executive Director, APA Public Interest Directorate) The shooting death of Michael Brown, an unarmed African...

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