We want to hear from you! Send us a text with your thoughts or feedback! :)In this episode, I connect with Markus Flynn, Executive Director of Black Men Teach, a nonprofit dedicated to increasing Black male representation in Minnesota classrooms. Their mission is to recruit, prepare, place, and retain Black male elementary school teachers—shaping the next generation of educators and improving outcomes for students of color.Markus and I dive into some key conversations, including:    •    The unique challenges Black male educators face in K-12 settings    •    Why representation matters and how it impacts students    •    How societal expectations often discourage men from pursuing careers in educationConsider supporting Black Men Teach and their important work: https://blackmenteach.salsalabs.org/onlinedonationform/index.htmlHere's some additional ways to get connected with Black Men Teach: Black Men Teach WebsiteBlack Men Teach Instagram Black Men Teach LinkedInCredits:🎵 Music:    •    Intro: Who I Am, Sam Ock, and 100% Clearance through Musicbed.    •    Original Piece: 38th and Chicago – Destyn LandSupport the showWant to get more connected with Rethinking Manhood? Follow us on Instagram Support through our BuyMeACoffee Page Send us an email at [email protected] Visit my website at destynland.com

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