States of Being
Center for Coaching & Leading
Founding Director, Linda Belans, Ed.D.
Belans clearly elaborates the essential equity questions that should be at the heart of every decision a school leader makes. – Dr. Mahalia Hines, President, Common Ground Foundation; Board Member, Obama Foundation; former Board Member, Chicago Board of Education
A Framework To Create Systemic & Structural Change
We see this framework operating in Minneapolis
Vision: Protect the people of Minneapolis against government occupation and terrorism.
Strategy: Engage in nonviolent resistance through city-wide organization and mobilization.
Tactics:
• Create Rapid-Response Networks
• Provide Mutual Aid and Support: provide food, diapers, and necessities to families, alongside delivering groceries, offering rides, and supporting with rent.
• Provide Protective Presence: Community members, including trained observers, accompany vulnerable individuals and stand guard at community hubs to deter intimidation.
• Provide Legal and Safety Advocacy: Legal observers document incidents, organizations advocate for the rights of marginalized groups,
• Engage in Civic Action: Large-scale protests and rallies are supported by trained safety teams focused on de-escalation.
• Provide Community Hubs: Spaces like the Pow Wow Grounds and All My Relations Gallery in Minneapolis serve as centers for gathering, supporting, and distributing resources.
