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This episode of the Rebel Teachers Rising podcast is about the intersection of gender and race in K-12 schools. In this important episode, Manuela Allen, a high school teacher and advocate for an intersectional approach to equity, discusses her work and experiences. Topics covered in this episode include Title IX implementation issues, the lack of awareness and training on gender equity, and the pervasive challenges faced by marginalized students, especially girls and African American females. This episode delves into the need for better reporting mechanisms for sexual harassment and abuse in schools, the role of male privilege, and the conspicuous absence of gender equity in education frameworks. Lastly, it calls for greater solidarity among teachers and the necessity of male allies in addressing these systemic issues.

00:00 Introduction to the Episode
00:08 Meet Mani: A Champion for Equity
01:16 Challenges in Gender Equity
02:50 The Reality of Sexual Harassment in Schools
06:28 Intersectionality in Equity Efforts
07:28 Mani's Advocacy and Friendship with Trina
12:30 Addressing Sexual Harassment and Abuse
21:45 Mindful Communication in the Classroom
34:32 Misogyny in Media and Culture
44:13 Adultification of Black and Brown Girls
45:24 Navigating Dress Codes and Self-Esteem
46:44 Advocating for Non-Sexist Dress Codes
48:54 Period Equity in Schools
49:54 Challenges in Implementing Period Equity
51:19 Swimming and Periods: A Controversial Policy
52:13 Understanding Tampon Myths
53:10 The Impact of Periods on Academic Performance
53:41 Addressing Sexual Harassment in K-12
54:23 The Toxic Culture of Blaming Victims
55:25 Title IX and Sexual Harassment Training
56:34 The Role of Title IX Coordinators
57:20 The Importance of Reporting Sexual Abuse
58:19 The Consequences of Ignoring Sexual Abuse
01:03:09 The Need for Male Allies in Advocacy
01:03:43 Cultural Differences in Gender-Based Oppression
01:04:48 The Problem of Siloed School Districts
01:05:39 Teacher Pay and Oppression
01:07:19 Defining Sexual Harassment and Abuse
01:09:11 The Legal Obligations of Schools
01:13:25 The Importance of Reporting and Training
01:23:43 Conclusion: The Need for Change

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