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Melissa A Martinez
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Chicana Latina Tejana. Professor of Educational Leadership.
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This was one from the heart, and one of the most challenging to write in my academic career thus far. Thankful for encouragement from colleague Khalid Arar to explore my ontology and epistemology, and for feedback from reviewers, which strengthened the piece.

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Living and leading in nepantla: an expansive ontological and epistemological approach to educational leadership
In this paper, the concept of nepantla is explored as an ontology and epistemology that has shaped my journey to and in the field of educational leadership. Inspired by the work of Gloria Anzaldúa,...
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April 11, 2025 at 1:50 PM
Reposted by Melissa A Martinez
People who are signing have a lot of smart things to say about why this is important. This will be a thread with some of them. Please sign & share with your networks.

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"Because I am appalled by the current regime’s attack of education, academic freedom and free speech."
March 19, 2025 at 3:34 PM
For those interested! Coalition building is needed.

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For the Love of Texas – Black Brown Dialogues on Policy
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February 20, 2025 at 12:58 AM
TX friends and family, if you support public education, PLEASE call and make your voice in opposition to SB 2 heard!
February 19, 2025 at 9:50 PM
Focusing on the work, beauty, hope and solidarity. We’ve got to! #resistance #dei #solidarity #hope
February 19, 2025 at 8:33 PM