Equity Kids
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Equity Kids
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Equity Kids explores ways of rejecting racism to make racial injustice a thing of the past.

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Columbus Day myths erase the histories and persistence of Indigenous Peoples. At Equity Kids, we shift the narrative by exploring different cultural traditions, and we celebrate and honor Indigenous Peoples Day. Let's rethink together how we commemorate:
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October 13, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Equity Kids creates safe, inclusive, and affirming spaces for all children, including those who are transgender or nonbinary. Many trans youth are facing increased mental health struggles. The Trans Lifeline provides peer support and community referrals.
Home - Trans Lifeline
Radicalcommunity care Trans Lifeline provides trans peer support for our community that’s been divested from police since day one. We’re run by and for
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September 30, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Equity Kids is partnering with organizations that share our mission of inclusion and racial justice. Recently we led a staff training with Explore Austin on equitable youth inclusion.
Is your team ready to build more equity? Let’s talk: info@equitykids.org 

Explore Austin
Leadership. Mentoring. Adventure.
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September 23, 2025 at 3:31 PM
No child should ever have to fear for their safety in a place of learning. At Equity Kids, our mission is to create safe, affirming spaces where all kids can flourish in communities free from violence. Let's build a safer and more just future for our children.

Sandy Hook Promise — Preventing Gun Violence
Sandy Hook Promise educates and empowers youth and adults to know the signs to prevent violence and school shootings. Join our movement.
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September 19, 2025 at 6:02 PM
In this season's newsletter, we get to know one of Equity Kids' shining facilitators, Adrian Pitts. Adrian shares his thoughts about the importance of our programs, and his desire to see us expand. Did you know he has perfect pitch?! Read more here: 
2025 Fall Newsletter — Equity Kids
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September 17, 2025 at 2:03 PM
At Equity Kids, we believe inclusion starts early—and so does awareness. The DEI Litigation Tracker from NYU’s Meltzer Center helps us see how court cases across the country are challenging or defending diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.
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Cases | Advancing DEI Initiative
The Advancing DEI Initiative's DEI litigation tracker allows users to stay informed about cases challenging DEI and how federal courts are addressing DEI issues.
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August 12, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Just Ask! by Sonia Sotomayor is a beautiful reminder that everyone’s differences make them unique. At Equity Kids, we encourage children to ask questions, celebrate what makes us all special, and treat each other with respect and kindness. Books like this help spark those important conversations. 📚💬
August 1, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Equity Kids recognizes the urgent need to support the mental health of Black mothers, 40% of whom maternal mental health symptoms, nearly twice the rate of all women. Learn more:
Black Maternal Mental Health Week
Black Maternal Mental Health Week focuses on the mental health crisis affecting Black moms, with a call to improve care and reduce disparities.
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July 24, 2025 at 4:03 PM
In 1852 Frederick Douglass posed the question: “What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?” How could we celebrate freedom in a nation where slavery persisted? As we gather for fireworks and cookouts today, let’s pause to reflect: What does Independence Day mean to you? 🎆
July 4, 2025 at 4:31 PM
James Baldwins' writings explore the intersection of race, class, and identity. This Pride, let his words remind us: identity is fluid and deeply human. Let's speak up, stand together, and celebrate every shade of our community in his honor.📚 Share your favorite Baldwin quote or book below #Pride
June 26, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Too many LGBTQ+ youth still face rejection and isolation just for being their authentic selves. This Pride Month, Equity Kids celebrates the vital communities that help LGBTQ+ youth thrive, and are proud to support Austin's own Out Youth. Learn more: outyouth.org
🏳️‍🌈 #PrideMonth
June 23, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Equity Kids celebrates Juneteenth and honors Opal Lee. At 89, she conducted walks symbolizing the delay of the Emancipation reaching Texas. Her efforts led to Juneteenth becoming a federal holiday in 2021. Opal Lee embodies Equity Kids' mission to educate and dismantle racial injustices. #Juneteenth
June 19, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Happy Father’s Day to all the incredible fathers, grandfathers, and father figures out there! Today, we celebrate the strength, love, and wisdom you bring to your families and communities. You are shaping the future in ways that can’t be measured. #FathersDay
June 15, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Congrats to Equity Kids class of 2025! We wrapped up the school year strong, and are looking forward to our summer programming at El Ranchito! Your support is what makes this important and timely work possible, thank you again for all that you do to counteract racism and miseducation.
June 9, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Five years after George Floyd’s murder, Equity Kids reflects on our founding, and our dream of a more just world.
Awareness has grown, but racism and violence remain. The work isn’t over.
We’re here to inspire healing through education and community.
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June 5, 2025 at 2:31 PM
May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and Equity Kids honors the histories too often erased. Explore "Seeing Lost Enclaves," which brings to life displaced Asian American communities. https://f.mtr.cool/eaxmlxaxcz
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May 20, 2025 at 6:22 PM
🌸 Happy Mother’s Day! 🌸
Mothers play an important role in shaping young minds and imparting values such as equity, respect, and empathy. Your love, support, and advocacy build the foundation for lifelong learning. From our Equity Kids family, Happy Mother's Day! 💜
May 11, 2025 at 5:58 PM
Today, with full hearts, we celebrate the 90th birthday of a truly extraordinary woman—Inelle Cox Bagwell. One of the co-founders of Equity Kids, Inelle’s life has been a shining example of love in action. May her birthday be filled with the same love and light she so freely gives to others!
May 8, 2025 at 1:02 PM
This May Day in a powerful stand for labor rights, unions, and immigrant voices, an Equity Kids supporter at the NM State Capitol joined the call for democracy! Workers' rights uplift everyone who powers our schools: from teachers to cafeteria workers to custodians. #MayDay
May 3, 2025 at 8:10 PM
“I’m Excited They’re Excited to Share”

Equity Kids facilitator Jaenie Gonzalez brings heart to every session drawing on her own personal experiences. Read more and see what's to come in Equity Kids' Spring 2025 Newsletter
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May 3, 2025 at 2:02 PM
As National Poetry Month ends, Tracy Chapman reflects on her debut album in the NYT. Her timeless songs like “Fast Car” and "Talkin' Bout a Revolution" blend poetry, class struggle, and quiet protest. With the album’s reissue, her voice still speaks powerfully. #TracyChapman #NationalPoetryMonth
April 30, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Equity Kids acknowledges children's diverse emotional challenges. In The Strongest Heart, Saadia Faruqi shares a teen’s experience with his father’s schizophrenia, offering young readers understanding and highlighting the importance of mental health support.
A young adult book tackles a tough topic: A teen coping with his dad's mental illness
Saadia Faruqi, author of the popular Yasmin book series, has written a new book, The Strongest Heart, that mirrors her own life — growing up with a father who likely had undiagnosed schizophrenia.
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April 23, 2025 at 3:31 PM
90 years of courage & compassion 🎂✨
May 8th, Equity Kids celebrates Inelle Cox Bagwell — co-founder of Equity Kids and lifelong advocate for justice. Inelle’s journey continues to inspire our work.
Her birthday wish? To keep the mission alive.
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April 21, 2025 at 6:17 PM
90 years of courage & compassion
We celebrate Inelle Cox Bagwell — a co-founder of Equity Kids and a lifelong advocate for justice. Inelle’s journey continues to inspire our work.
Her birthday wish? To keep the mission alive.
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April 20, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Equity Kids groups read diverse books like Just Help! by Sonia Sotomayor, sparking discussions about how children have impacted their communities and how they'd like to make a difference. These conversations introduce the idea of activism as taking action to improve the world.
April 17, 2025 at 6:02 PM