MSJ 2023 Conference: Imaging Liberation...Honoring Humanity (Call for Presentations)
We welcome workshop submissions that relate to the 2023 conference theme: "Imagining Liberation...honoring our humanity" for our annual conference happening at Near North Montessori School in Chicago, IL, June 22nd to 25th, 2023!

Please use this form to complete your workshop proposal submission. Responses to proposals will be sent on a continual basis leading up to the conference. Please email montessoriforsocialjustice@gmail.com with any questions or call Lindsey Pollock at 713-822-2274

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SUGGESTIONS FOR THE CONTENT OF THE PROPOSAL: 
 
Workshop presentations of varied content that support the overall mission of MSJ are ideal. The workshops should offer attendees an education and the opportunity to imagine liberation and honor their humanity.

Workshops should also relate to Montessori's mission for Social Justice regarding
* Dismantling systems of oppression
* Amplifying the voices of the global majority (people of color)
* Cultivating solidarity to unlock human potential.

FORMAT: Potential formats include workshops, presentations, round tables, forums, affinity groups, facilitated open sessions

DURATION: 90 minutes (including Q&A)

Example topics may related to:

* Curriculum development informed by the MSJ mission and release
* Implementation of the idea into practice (material development, lessons, storytelling, general practical application)
* Educate attendees about and broaden the experience of Indigenous peoples, LGBTQIA+, disabilities, and individuals navigating various intersections
* Working with white children who understand white immunity
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Email *
Full Name *
Phone Number *
Address
Montessori Organizational Affiliations & Certifications (if applicable)
Place of employment, city, state
Please share relevant autobiographical information. (1-2 sentences) *
Session Information
Proposed Session Title *
Target Audience *
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Share a brief description of your 90 minute workshop. Include the theme, specific focus, overall purpose, and a sentence stating how you will support the creation of anti-bias/anti-racist Montessori communities. (Maximum 300 words) *
What skills, knowledge, and/or educational tools do you want participants to take away from your workshop? How will the skills gained help participants to imagine liberation and honor their own humanity and/or that of others in their learning environments? (150 words or less) *
Please describe the format of your session. (You may select all that apply) *
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Have you ever presented this workshop before? If yes, where? *
Please list all A/V or other equipment/services you will require during the presentation. *
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Will there be an co-presenter for this workshop? Please list name and 1-2 sentences biographical information for inclusion in the program.
Will your presentation include any handouts or other take-away items? *
Please indicate whether you consent to having your session recorded via audio or video for the benefit of individuals who could not attend the conference. *
A copy of your responses will be emailed to the address you provided.
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