St. Croix, Virgin Islands
Social Justice Education
We believe that social justice education is both a process and a goal. The goal of social justice education is full and equal participation of all groups in a society that is mutually shaped to meet their needs. Social justice includes a vision of society in which the distribution of resources is equitable and all members are physically and psychologically safe and secure.We envision a society in which individuals are both self-determining (able to develop their full capacities), and interdependent (capable of interacting democratically with others). Social justice involves social actors who have a sense of their own agency as well as a sense of social responsibility toward and with others and the society as a whole (Bell, 1997, p. 1).
Bell, L. A. (1997).Theoretical foundations for social justice education. In M. Adams, L. A. Bell,& P. Griffin (EDs.), Teaching for diversity and social justice (pp. 1-15). New York: Routledge.
About the Seminar
The demographic growth of the Virgin Islands is forcing change in the territory. Is the Virgin Islands ready and prepared for these changes? What communities are included and excluded in the Virgin Islands? To what degree has the VI Constitutional Convention question the Virgin Islands’ commitment to diversity? Is there a common ground for involving all aspects of diversity in the Virgin Islands? These questions provide a small glimpse of the challenges of diversity and social justice in the Virgin Islands.
- This two-day seminar is open to all participants interested in becoming stronger allies and advocates for social justice. The seminar will focus on three key areas:
- Theoretical & Conceptual Frameworks of Social Justice
- Relevance of Social Justice in the Virgin Islands
- Taking Personal Action to Affect Change in the Virgin Islands
Social Justice Consultants, LLC is committed to providing quality trainings that are didactic, interactive, and transformative. It draws on research as well as the expertise and knowledge of the facilitator and participants. Participants will gain key information, engage new knowledge, and develop strategies to affect change.
The Facilitator
This seminar will be facilitated by Bruce E. Smail, Chief Executive Officer, Social Justice Consultants, LLC. Smail is a Virgin Islander and most recently served as Chief Executive Officer at VICARE (2005-2008). Smail has over 20 years of experience working in higher education, nonprofits,federal government, and secondary education. Smail is launching a series of seminars across the United States and has decided to launch the first one on his home island of St. Croix.
Logistics
- The Seminar will be held at Villa Morales Restaurant, 82 C Estate Whim, St. Croix.
- Questions/Directions/Information about Villa Morales Restaurant - call (340) 772-0556.
- Seminar starts at 8:00 am and ends at 5:00 pm on both days.
- While the registration fee does not include lunch, we encourage you to enjoy the great local cuisine at Villa Morales Restaurant.
Registration
- All registration is handled through an
event registration site --- Eventbrite. This site was selected because
of its reputation and ratings with the Better Business Bureau. It
provides a safe environment to register for the conference and pay by
credit card.
- We have integrated the Eventbrite ticketing option on our website. You may order your tickets below and it will take you to the Eventbrite website for the completion of your registration. You may also use the link below to register for the seminar:
- The seminar registration fee is $110 and will be accepted until Tuesday, May 18, 2010 at 5:00 pm EST.
- Please note that the capacity is 40 for this event, so confirm your registration as soon as possible.
- The quickest and easiest registration is by credit card.
- Go to the Ticket Information below
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- Complete Registration Information
- If you choose to pay by check/money order please be aware that it must be received by May 7, 2010 to confirm your registration.
- In the Ticket Information below, right under the credit card section, click on "Show other payment options."
- Click on Pay Offline
- The registration by check/money order instructions will appear as well as the registration form.
- Complete the registration.
- Checks/Money Orders are to be made out to: Social Justice Consultants, LLC.
- Send the check/money order and a copy of the Eventbrite confirmation to the address listed in the instructions.
- Registrations that opt to pay by check/money order will receive final confirmation by email when the check is received by the organization.
- All registrations are final.While there are no reimbursements, if you are unable to attend you may send a substitute. Please notify the conference facilitator (see contact information below).
