My daughter came home crying because her teacher said her name was too hard to pronounce and gave her a nickname without asking and now all the kids call her by this made-up name.
More people experience this than they realize.
The erasure of identity markers in educational settings teaches children that their authentic selves are burdens to be managed.
“Where Are You with Microaggressions and the slow exclusion?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.