Identity, Joy & Justice in a Shifting Landscape with Kwame Sarfo-Mensah – A Cross-Publication with Identity Talk for Educators LIVE

Third Space with Jen Cort

n this powerful crossover episode, Jen Cort welcomes back Kwame Sarfo-Mensah—educator, consultant, and author of Learning to Relearn—for a deeply resonant conversation on justice-centered education and the evolving role of educators as cultural leaders and activists. Broadcasting from Lusaka, Zambia, Kwame brings a global lens to DEIJ trends, the impact of political censorship, and the nuanced ways educators can strategically use identity and privilege in the classroom and beyond.
Together, Jen and Kwame explore how joy becomes a radical act in the face of resistance, how Generation Alpha is poised to reshape activism, and why publishing, podcasting, and elevating student voices are forms of modern-day resistance. Whether you're a seasoned professional in equity work or just starting, this conversation is an invitation to listen, reflect, and take action.