aundrea smith

Mom. Anti-Racist/Anti-Bias Educator. Amplifier of BIPoC voices.

[aundrea smith @aundreatsmith]

We can’t just “believe” that everyone should be free, we must actively show up to make it a reality.

[aundrea smith @aundreatsmith]

If you don’t believe that racism exists it’s because you don’t believe the lived experiences of Black folx.

[aundrea smith @aundreatsmith]

When we take the time to be intentional with the language we use with children our language will grant them positive affirmation, curiosity, and bravery.

[aundrea smith @aundreatsmith]

The goal should be to dismantle the systems that were created that gave white folx opportunity and access which in turn resulted in the education debt (Gloria Ladson Billings) that is owed to Black children and families.

[aundrea smith @aundreatsmith]

The goal shouldn’t be for Black students to “perform” better academically than white students.

[NYCLU (Find us on Bluesky) @NYCLU]

WATCH: NYCLU Central NY Chapter Director @YusufAQ on what it means to defund the police:

“We are funding for other people’s communities to have the promise of the American Dream while we are denying it in our community.”

[aundrea smith @aundreatsmith]

So you bought all the books but are listening to Black folx?

[aundrea smith @aundreatsmith]

If you are framing your “anti-racist work” around the idea that Black children need to be “saved,” stop.

[swm @sheathescholar]

a short thread on liberation:

people are looking for “easy”ways to understand and explain racism and liberation so I’ve seen this graphic making the rounds again. i want to make a case for liberation before you share it again.

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[aundrea smith @aundreatsmith]

So you bought all the books, but are you actively working to dismantle the systems that were created to steal Black joy?

[aundrea smith @aundreatsmith]

I wonder if they were given time to reflect and think critically about anything. I’m going to guess no because if it was they would be part of the solution and not the problem. They would be fighting for change, as well.

[aundrea smith @aundreatsmith]

When you honor their critical thinking that will lead you to honor change. I wonder if the curiosity of the folx who say “I don’t see color” or “All lives matter” was honored as a child. I wonder if their questions were valued.

[aundrea smith @aundreatsmith]

When you honor a child’s curiosity that will lead you to honor their questions. When you honor their questions that will lead you to honor their reflections. When you honor their reflections that will lead you to encourage their critical thinking.

[aundrea smith @aundreatsmith]

If you avoid teaching your students about Black men and women because you are uncomfortable you are contributing to systemic racism. #blackhistory

[aundrea smith @aundreatsmith]

You are responsible for your own happiness. Stop expecting other people to fill a void or satisfy your every need. Work on yourself so you can be your own source of happy.

[aundrea smith @aundreatsmith]

My name is Aundrea Tabbs-Smith. I am an author and business owner. I help Girls of Color find their voice and speak their truth.

[aundrea smith @aundreatsmith]

We all have moments when we get knocked down. It’s okay to be disappointed. It’s even okay to shut down. Just don’t stay there. Take a deep breath and push yourself to keep moving. #honeyism

[aundrea smith @aundreatsmith]

Face the darkness, welcome the light, then bring the best of yourself to the world.