What happens when the curriculum hides more than it reveals? In this powerful episode of Brave Voices in Education, we sit down with Dr. Charesha Barrett, a nationally recognized equity leader, speaker, and founder of CHARP EDucation Consulting. Together, we unpack the deliberate erasure of marginalized communities in education—and the bold work required to reclaim truth, disrupt silence, and reimagine schools as spaces of liberation.

From navigating racial battle fatigue to confronting bias in AI, Dr. Barrett shares unflinching truths about the emotional toll of equity work, the dangers of superficial DEI efforts, and what it really takes to shift school culture. We also explore how Black women continue to resist the pressure to shrink themselves—and how authenticity is a radical act in systems built to suppress.

• Why educational erasure is intentional—and how to resist it

• The emotional labor of Black women in leadership

• How to move from performative allyship to real systemic change

• AI bias, digital literacy, and the future of inclusive tech

• Courage, culture, and the cost of reclaiming our narratives

Dr. Charesha Barrett (she/her) is the Founder and President of CHARP EDucation Consulting, an award-winning organization that centers equity, inclusion, and transformative leadership in schools and institutions. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Barrett is a sought-after keynote speaker and consultant, known for creating brave spaces where difficult conversations lead to real change.

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