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In Episode 18, Leslie speaks with Shavar Jeffries, CEO of the Kipp Foundation.The Kipp Foundation supports KIPP schools, a national network of charter schools educating more than 120,000 students in grades Prek-12 across 21 states and Washington, DC.Leslie and Shavar talk about his inspirational life story and career, the challenges facing education today, and the incredible impact of KIPP schools and the KIPP Foundation on providing access to a transformative education for underserved children throughout the United States.
"School choice" is among the most politicized phrases in America, mainly because it means different things to different people. Charter schools are at the heart of that divisive debate, pitting progressives and conservatives against one another in a shouting match over what "choice" truly means and who deserves to have it. Ravi sits down with Shavar Jeffries, the president of Democrats for Education Reform, to talk about fighting for charter schools, the many progressives who resist school choice, the sweeping influence of teachers unions, and the most important factor in this and all discussions of education: what's best for students. Subscribe to The Lost Debate's YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3Gs5YTF Sticher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-lost-debate iheart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-lost-debate-88330217/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/752ca262-2801-466d-9654-2024de72bd1f/the-lost-debate LOST DEBATE ON SOCIAL: Follow Lost Debate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lostdebate/ Follow Lost Debate on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lostdebate Follow Lost Debate on Twitter: https://twitter.com/thelostdebate
The former Minneapolis police officer has finally been sentenced for killing George Floyd. But has justice really been served? On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” Selena Hill and Shavar Jeffries unpack Derek Chauvin's sentencing and next steps to transform the institution of policing in honor of George Floyd's legacy. In addition, Evan Mastronardi and Michelle Hope discuss Brittany Spears' attempt to end her conservatorship, the new abuse allegations against Chris Brown, and the debate surrounding the name of Michael B. Jordan's new Rum.
Ep 124 of Real Black News features the top five empowering Black news stories of the week and this week’s three guests: Author Ronda Racha Penrice discusses her timely second book, Black American History for Dummies, where she breaks down historical facts that shaped America (starts 22:46). While therapist Camille Banks-Lee soothes the soul just in time for Mental Health Awareness Month with an important conversation about healthy ways to heal from and maneuver through racial trauma (starts 48:10). And civil rights lawyer Shavar Jeffries discusses legislation, policy wins, and battles since the murder of George Floyd (starts 1:11:40). Other topics include Africa Day, the first HBCU-made beer, Black farmers, and more of the top five empowering Black News stories of the week. #RealBlackNews
The world watched George Floyd’s lynching. Now his killer is on trial. Will Derek Chauvin serve time? On this episode of “Be Heard Talk with Selena Hill,” Selena spoke with Shavar Jeffries, a civil rights attorney and president of Education Reform Now, about the Derek Chauvin trial and what this means for the #FightForJustice. Kai Acevedo and Evan Mastrondari also joined Selena to discuss the legacy of late rap icon DMX as well as the effects of marijuana legalization on communities of color.
“I hope the future of work enables the average human being to find work that's fulfilling and provides them with a good quality of life.” Today's guest, Shavar Jeffries, joined Compete 2020 to discuss how education policy, law, and racial and economic justice will influence the future of work. Shavar is an inspiring leader and native New Jerseyan who has devoted his life and career to helping break down barriers and create a more equitable workforce and education system for all Americans. He is an accomplished Civil Rights Attorney, Law Firm Partner at Lowenstein Sandler LLP, and President of Democrats for Education Reform, a national political organization seeking to expand educational policies that will empower students from every background. Shavar is a leader in the Newark community who has big ideas for how we can create a stronger educational system and make the future of work better for all of us. You aren't going to want to miss this Compete session that empowered both current and future leaders to take action, so... Let's bring it in!
Episode 101 of Real Black News features an intimate conversation with the Rza who reflects on raising his son during the pandemic, lessons learned from fathering multiple children, the future of Wu-Tang: An American Saga, politics, hip hop, and directing his new film Cut Throat City. While civil rights lawyer and president of Democrats for Education Reform, Shavar Jeffries, discusses the Black male vote and the problem behind some brothers not wanting to vote blue. Entertainment journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Screen Grab” to share new TV shows and films to help relieve pandemic boredom. Plus the top 5 empowering Black news stories of the week.
In this episode the fellas, the fellas welcome the one and only Shavar Jeffries, the president of Democrats for Education Reform, or better known as DFER. This talk tackles everything from the VP debate, to leaders that exercise choice for their kids while campaigning against other Black folks exercising their agency, and differing ways to building Black power. Join our Patreon at Patreon.com/8BH https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shavar_Jeffries --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/8-black-hands-podcast/message
Episode 73 of Real Black News features Toni Blackman, US Hip Hop Ambassador, artist, and educator sharing her work traveling throughout Africa as the US State Department’s hip hop Envoy. She discusses her time at Howard University and the work today teaching women self-esteem through hip hop while navigating as a woman in the culture. In a special politics report ahead of Super Tuesday, civil rights lawyer and Democratic Strategist, Shavar Jeffries, breaks down where Democratic presidential candidates stand on black issues. Other show topics include the student protests at Syracuse University, HBCUs preparing students to teach STEM, Marijuana convictions overturned, and more. To support, go to patreon.com/realblacknews and give $1 or more.
Dorinda Walker interviews Shavar Jeffries, Esquire about his journey of healing from the tragic murder of his mother as a result of domestic violence, to his crusade for justice, advocacy and education for under served communities. SHOW MORE
Even in 2019, we deal with issues that should no longer occur. Studies show New Jersey is the 6th most segregated state in the country for black students, 7th for Latinos. These inequities are brought to light last year by a coalition of civil rights groups filing a lawsuit against the state to challenge the state's school system as unconstitutional and request sweeping action to end segregation. Is this intentional? Or a byproduct of some other inequality between races? In Part 1 of our segregation series, PEP brings Shavar Jeffries and Kyle Rosenkrans together to talk about this controversial topic and what it means to NJ public schools. Being attorneys themselves, they shed light on the lawsuit while maintaining years of experience working in the same education field currently under scrutiny. Shavar with DFER, an education reform group, and Kyle with NJ Children's Foundation and previously KIPP Charter Schools. How can we solve this pressing issue? Let's see what they have to say. Want to hear more? Subscribe or follow us on Facebook and Twitter for announcements of future podcast releases, including a longer Part 2 of this segregation series in a couple weeks! Articles on this topic: https://www.citylab.com/equity/2019/01/new-jersey-school-segregation-lawsuit-brown-v-board-housing/579373/ https://www.nj.com/education/2018/05/lawsuit_calls_for_statewide_desegregation_of_nj_sc.html http://bit.ly/2XhuG1Q
Shavar Jeffries is an American civil rights attorney and former candidate for mayor of Newark. When he was a young child his mother was stalked and murdered by her husband. Shavar shares with us what it was like to lose his mother and how that shaped the man he is today.
On this week’s podcast, Shavar Jeffries, President of Democrats for Education Reform, joins Mike Petrilli and David Griffith to discuss what teacher strikes and Democratic presidential candidates’ support for them mean for education reform. On the Research Minute, Amber Northern examines whether efforts to boost academic achievement in kindergarten hinder the development of social-emotional skills.
Introducing Episode 27 of Real Black News breaking down the top 5 black news stories of the week with newsmakers from the worlds of entertainment and activism. This week’s guests include activist Chenae Bullock discussing the upcoming Indigenous People’s March in DC and the high rates of sex assault among indigenous women. Host Raqiyah Mays discusses "Surviving R. Kelly" and her resignation from 107.5 WBLS; Journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins the Black Hollywood report to discuss the Aretha Franklin movie, Jennifer Hudson, awards season, “Surviving R. Kelly,” Robert’s sex tape, and the Michael Jackson sex assault docuseries. While civil rights attorney, Shavar Jeffries, explains Republicans in Texas working to oust a Muslim Republican, along with the government shutdown’s effect on black and brown people, WIC, SNAP, and section 8. More topics below.
Episode 25 of Real Black News breaks down the top 5 black news stories of the week with newsmakers from the worlds of entertainment and activism. This week’s guests include civil rights attorney Shavar Jeffries breaking down the voter suppression of African Americans and Native Americans in North Carolina. Mexican diplomat and advocate, Claudia Romo Edelman, discusses the first Hispanic Leadership Summit at the United Nations. Activist Darlean Henderson talks about the protests in Erie, PA – hailed the worst city in America for African Americans. Journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins the Black Hollywood report to discuss Netflix and African films, Black Panther Criticism, and black women making moves in Hollywood. While French reporter, Epee Dingong, breaks down the protests in Paris that shut down the Eiffel Tower.
Episode 22 of Real Black News breaks down the top 5 black news stories of the week with this week’s guests including actor Russell Hornsby discussing roles in Creed II, The Hate U Give, Black Panther principles, Oakland, and how to be a black actor in Hollywood. Civil rights lawyer Shavar Jeffries breaks down the midterm losses of Andrew Gillum and Stacey Abrams, while reporter Ronda Racha Penrice talks about the N-word drama behind the Mahershala Ali movie Green Book. And former investment banker and CEO of Kids Who Bank, Jatali B., shares advice on the state of the stock market and how to financially prepare for 2019.
Episode 20 of Real Black News breaks down the top 5 black news stories of the week with this week’s guests like April Reign, creator of #OscarsSoWhite, discussing everything from how to protest Hollywood and “pain porn” to shutting down Trayvon Martin’s killer. Civil Rights lawyer Shavar Jeffries discusses the midterm elections and Native American voter suppression. Also, journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins the Black Hollywood report to talk about The Color Purple remake and behind the scenes of Oprah’s visit to Atlanta in support of Stacey Abrams.
Ep. 17 (October 14, 2018): Features the top 5 black news stories of the week with special guests including Dj Evil Dee discussing the 25th Anniversary of Black Moon, Kanye West, Common, and the pop star status of classic MCs overseas. Chuck Creekmur of allhiphop.com joins the Black Hollywood report to discuss Dwayne Johnson and allhiphop.com’s BET Hip Hop award nomination. And Civil Rights lawyer Shavar Jeffries discusses the voter registration legal case in Georgia. Other topics include detained children and more.
Ep. 12 (September 10, 2018): Features the top 5 black news stories of the week with this week’s special guests including Statue of Liberty Climber, Patricia Okoumou who discusses her July 4th protest take-over of the Statue of Liberty and her issues with prominent black activists. Veteran film critic, Ronda Racha Penrice, joins “The Black Hollywood Report” to give an update on the Terry Crews #MeToo case and international black film distribution; political contributor and civil rights lawyer Shavar Jeffries breaks down the pros and cons of voting for Andrew Cuomo & Cynthia Nixon, while finance expert Jatali B gives tips on investing in Africa during the “Black Wall Street Report.” Other stories include Tyler Perry and Ben Crump’s fight for justice in Florida and in-fighting between police unions over Nike and Colin Kaepernick.
Ep. 11 (September 2, 2018): Features the top 5 black news stories of the week with this week’s special guests including hip-hop fashion stylist Misa Hylton discussing everything from Puff Daddy and raising her sons to deal with racism, to her film coming to the Tribeca Film Festival, designing outfits for MCM, Beyonce, and being a certified life coach. Other guests include founder of the Newark International Film Festival, Kenneth Gifford; political correspondent and civil rights lawyer, Shavar Jeffries, joins the “Black in Politics” segment with a mid-term election update; film journalist turned producer, Shawn Edwards, joins “The Black Hollywood Report” to discuss the Rotten Tomatoes’ diversity initiative and fall’s black movie list. Other stories include an update on Colin Kaepernick and the Take a Knee protest and 21 Savage’s finance program for kids. TIME STAMPS (Ep. 11: Sept. 2, 2018) Intro: Shabaam Sahdeeq, “Real Black News” Misa Hylton on memories of BIG’s “Juicy” video (4:41) Misa Hylton on Uptown Records, Puff Daddy, Andre Harrell & Jodeci (9:34) Misa Hylton on designing for MCM & Beyonce’ (14:30) An update on Colin Kaepernick & the Take a Knee protest (25:51) Misa Hylton discusses her son Justin’s experiences playing for UCLA (28:50) California’s police brutality accountability bill (34:55) Misa Hylton on having “The Talk” about police encounters with her sons (41:04) “The Black Hollywood Report” with guest reporter Shawn Edwards (Rotten Tomatoes’ diversity initiative, Fall Black Movie List) (42:35) Special Guest: Kenneth Gifford, Founder of the Newark International Film Festival (52:38) School assignment asks kids: Who is worthy of life? A homosexual pro athlete or militant black med student (1:05:51) “Black in Politics” with political correspondent & civil rights lawyer Shavar Jeffries (The only black woman legislator in Vermont, Ruqaiyah “Kiah” Morris, drops out due to racism/Andrew Gillum) (1:15.04) 21 Savage starts bank account program (1:23:52 ) Misa Hylton on being a certified life coach (1:27:24)
Ep. 8 (August 12, 2018): Features the top 5 black news stories of the week with author, Joan Morgan, discussing her new novel “She Begat This: 20 Years of the Miseducation of Lauryn Hill.” She touches on hip-hop journalism, Mike Tyson’s rape trial, Ferguson, voting, protesting, and black women. Civil Rights Lawyer Shavar Jeffries discusses the mid-term elections. And veteran journalist Ricardo A. Hazell joins the Black Hollywood Report to discuss Johnny Depp and Forest Whitaker’s Biggie movie, Idris Elba, and the international problems of Sorry to Bother You. TIME STAMPS (Ep. 8: Aug. 12, 2018) Joan Morgan on being a hip-hop journalist & feminism (5:35) Joan Morgan’s professional advice to young black women (10:33) Joan on covering the Mike Tyson Rape trial and why he was guilty (18:37) Ferguson Politics: Mike Brown’s mother Leslie McSpadden runs for office & Wesley Bell wins (22:56) The politics report - Civil Rights lawyer, Shavar Jeffries on the mid-term elections (27:15) BLM activists crash wedding of officer involved in Stephon Clark murder (44:15) The Black Hollywood Report (Johnny Depp & Forest Whitaker’s BIG movie, Idris Elba, & Sorry to Bother You issues) (51:35) Chicago cops place “bait trucks” in the hood (1:04:04) NYC gives inmates free calls and voting help (1:07:13) Fundraisers for Black women finding success (1:13:20) Joan’s words of affirmation (1:16:48) New Music: Young Steff “I Love it, You Love it” (1:21:11)
DeRay, Sam, Clint and Brittany discuss the overlooked news, including a Judge’s ruling in Detroit that access to literacy is not a constitutional right, and how police killings have harmed mental health in black communities. Democrats for Education Reform president Shavar Jeffries joins DeRay and discusses DFER’s core work, what impact charter schools have on diversity, and why he thinks choice matters.
Rock The Schools with Citizen Stewart Celebrates 100 Episodes With Special Guest Shavar Jeffries And A Special Announcement From Host Chris Stewart That A New Show Is In Formation. Special guest Shavar Jeffries, National President of Democrats For Education Reform openly discussed education reform principles, equity and accountability. Mr. Jeffries is quoted as saying “there is much work to do and there is no silver bullet”. http://omgdigitalmediasolutions.com/for-immediate-release-rock-the-schools-with-citizen-stewart-celebrates-100-episodes-with-special-guest-shavar-jeffries-and-a-special-announcement-from-host-chris-stewart-that-a-new-show-is-in-formati/