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Dr. Erica Buchanan-Rivera @ericabrivera.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

It is Banned Book Week, and I want to acknowledge my first book, Identity Affirming Classrooms: Spaces that Center Humanity. I will never forget the first time an institution told me that my book could not be used because of anti-CRT policies.

Identity Affirming Classrooms book cover. Banned Books Week

Pictures of my adventures as an author indicating where my book has taken me, such as book talks and workshops.

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Dr. Erica Buchanan-Rivera @ericabrivera.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

I am so grateful for everyone who contributed and supported my journey. This book unpacks the language of DEI, the benefits and harm when executed poorly, coalition-building strategies, Title IX and other non-discrimination policies, and ways to combat resistance.

Promo with Dr. EBR and the DEI Practitioner’s Handbook

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Dr. Erica Buchanan-Rivera @ericabrivera.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

It’s Publication Day!! The ‘DEI Practitioner’s Handbook: A Guide for School and District Leaders in Pursuit of Educational Justice’ officially launches into the world today. www.routledge.com/The-DEI-Prac...

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Dr. Erica Buchanan-Rivera @ericabrivera.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

My second book, ‘The DEI Practitioner’s Handbook’ will release at the end of this month. It is a part of the Equity and Social Justice in Education series via Routledge Publishing. I hope you check it out and share with others. We need courageous leadership!

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Dr. Erica Buchanan-Rivera @ericabrivera.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

My second book, The DEI Practitioner’s Handbook: A Guide for School and District Leaders in Pursuit of Educational Justice, will release in September. I started writing this book while serving as a Chief Equity and Inclusion Officer in 2020, and I’m excited to share it with the world.

The DEI Practitioner’s Handbook:A Guide for Schools and District Leaders in Pursuit of Educational Justice. (Book Promo)

The work of creating equitable environments doesn’t cease just because someone says DEI is dead. As educators, we still have intentional work to do.

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Dr. Erica Buchanan-Rivera @ericabrivera.bsky.social · 26/01/2025

“You have to act as if it were possible to radically transform the world. And you have to do it all the time.” —Angela Davis Happy Birthday to the Queen!

Angela Davis picture of her speaking at a podium.

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Dr. Erica Buchanan-Rivera @ericabrivera.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

Indiana HB 1394, proposes to turn schools into agents of ICE. Schools will no longer have refugee or immigrant student populations, because our lawmakers do not care for their existence nor want to educate them.

Authorizes a school corporation to deny an immigrant student enrollment in a school operated by the school corporation if the school corporation determines by a preponderance of the evidence that the immigrant student is present in the United States in violation of law. Requires the attorney general to defend the school corporation in any cause of action brought against the school corporation for denying an immigrant student enrollment. Requires a school corporation to annually report the number of immigrant students present in the United States in violation of law who were enrolled in a school operated by the school corporation
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Dr. Erica Buchanan-Rivera @ericabrivera.bsky.social · 16/12/2024

“Beloved community is formed not by the eradication of difference but by its affirmation, by each of us claiming the identities and cultural legacies that shape who we are and how we live in the world.” bell hooks It’s hard to believe she left this world 3 years ago today.

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Dr. Erica Buchanan-Rivera @ericabrivera.bsky.social · 05/12/2024

“The heart of justice is truth telling, seeing ourselves and the world the way it is rather than the way we want it to be. More than ever before we, as a society, need to renew a commitment to truth telling.” While existing in an era of truth decay, I’m holding on to the wisdom of bell hooks.

Picture of author and activist scholar, bell hooks sitting on a couch with a yellow shirt.

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Dr. Erica Buchanan-Rivera @ericabrivera.bsky.social · 02/12/2024

“You’ve got to tell the world how to treat you. If the world tells you how you are going to be treated, you are in trouble.” James Baldwin left this world 37 years ago today, but his wisdom lives and continuously soothes my soul.

Picture of James Baldwin in black and white, in front of a bookshelf while holding a cigarette.

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Dr. Erica Buchanan-Rivera @ericabrivera.bsky.social · 29/11/2024

It’s Black Friday #EduSky, which means 25% off of all Routledge books. If you haven’t read Identity Affirming Classrooms: Spaces that Center Humanity, consider adding my book to your stack! Book link and info here: www.routledge.com/Identity-Aff...

Book: Identity Affirming Classrooms:Spaces that Center Humanity

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Dr. Erica Buchanan-Rivera @ericabrivera.bsky.social · 23/11/2024

I love, love, LOVE that Dr. @dmurff5.bsky.social and I had a chance to present together in two sessions! We truly bring the best out of each other! Dr. Murff is also new to this app, so make sure to give her a follow if her work (equity-focused leadership) aligns w/ your interests! #NCTE24

Dr. EBR and Dr. Murff standing next to each other.

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Dr. Erica Buchanan-Rivera @ericabrivera.bsky.social · 23/11/2024

If you are at #NCTE24, please check out the Routledge/Stenhouse Publishing booth for a copy of my book, Identity Affirming Classrooms: Spaces that Center Humanity. I left a signed copy for someone’s enjoyment!

Dr. EBR holding her book, Identity Affirming Classrooms at NCTE.

Identity Affirming Classrooms Book by Dr. EBR

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Dr. Erica Buchanan-Rivera @ericabrivera.bsky.social · 23/11/2024

Session: “Saving Ourselves: How Black Women Educators Change and Heal from Unjust Systems” #NCTE24 This was love and “we got us” in action. To all who attended our session and spoke truth, I am grateful for you and rooting for you.

Dr. EBR speaking to the audience about self-love.

Audience picture of participants in session.

Lisa Harton and Dr. Murff discussing the importance of finding your people.

Participants speaking their truth about experiences in school systems.

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Dr. Erica Buchanan-Rivera @ericabrivera.bsky.social · 22/11/2024

We intentionally created a space for sisterhood and it was beautiful. To all who attended, thank you! Make sure to also check out the handout from our session (within app) for liberating texts authored by Black women. #NCTE24

Group photo of participants from the session: How Black Women Educators Change and Heal from Unjust Systems.

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Dr. Erica Buchanan-Rivera @ericabrivera.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

I look forward to meeting new people and seeing some of my favorite accountability partners in justice-centered work. #NCTE24

NCTE promo for Dr. EBR’s sessions. One is this Thursday at 1pm focusing on Black women educators and healing from unjust systems, while the other session is on Friday at 11:00am focusing on the ways teachers can center humanity in the classroom. Dr. EBR’s book is also on the promo and you can purchase it at the conference.

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Dr. Erica Buchanan-Rivera @ericabrivera.bsky.social · 17/11/2024

Black Women Educators: If you plan to attend #NCTE2024 in Boston, consider this session. It’ll be a gift of powerful stories and resources, and a healing space considering our turbulent times. #BlackEduSky

NCTE session of panelists: Dr. EBR, Lisa Harton, Dr. Murff, and Dr. Simmons discussing how Black women educators change and heal from unjust systems. Thursday, November 21 at 1pm.

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Dr. Erica Buchanan-Rivera @ericabrivera.bsky.social · 17/11/2024

“Teaching comes with many challenges while working in unjust systems. School and district leaders cannot tell teachers to indulge in “self-care” with the belief that encouragement alone makes their presence in dysfunctional systems better.” www.edweek.org/leadership/o...

Teachers have more than a full plate, and we must find ways to redirect the focus on things that matter and impact kids. Erica Buchanan-Rivera (quote w/ red background)

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