What keeps Black educators in the classroom? For this mathematics professor, it’s all about impact.
In this SXSW EDU street interview, Dr. Ajai Simmons (Instagram - @dr.aic54) reflects on their 27-year journey through education—K-12, undergrad, master’s, and PhD—and the fact that they only had one Black teacher. Just one. And yet, that teacher left an unforgettable mark.
Representation in education isn’t just about diversity; it’s about belonging, affirmation, and inspiration. Black educators make a difference every day by simply being there.
📍 Filmed at SXSW EDU 2025
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