Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at GSEHD
Making a Difference While Serving Communities Near and Far
The Graduate School of Education and Human Development (GSEHD) is dedicated to fostering an inclusive community of scholars and citizens committed to serving diverse populations. We actively embrace individual, group, and social differences to promote equity, accessibility, and excellence for all.
As educators, counselors, and leaders, we are driven by a deep passion for inclusivity, which is the driving force behind our mission to positively impact the lives of those we serve. We firmly believe that our community thrives through open and respectful sharing of ideas, knowledge, and experiences, all of which contribute to the greater good.
Every member of our community is valued, and we are steadfast in our commitment to advancing research, practice, and policy in counseling, education, human and organizational development for all participants, at all levels, and across diverse locations.
GSEHD Alumni Provide Insight on Inclusivity, Diversity, and Accessibility in Education
Four International Education Program (IEP) Alumni (Alison Grimsland, Matt Sacco, Ben Sylla, and William Webber) recently returned to GSEHD discuss their career paths and provide advice to current IEP students.
GSEHD alumna Hala Abdulaziz Aseel highlighted in Arab News
GSEHD alumna Hala Abdulaziz Aseel (master's, Community Counseling) was highlighted in the Arab News article, "The Face: Hala Abdulaziz Aseel, Saudi campaigner for awareness of mental health wellness."
(Image courtesy of Ziyad Alarfaj/Arab News)
Conversations that Matter: Art that Uplifts
Maxine Greene, the noted philosopher of arts, aesthetics, and democracy in education, observed: "Justice, equality, freedom - these are as important to us as the arts, and we believe they can infuse each other, perhaps making some difference at a troubled time."
GSEHD DEI In the News
Doc Candidate Sravya Gummaluri Receives 2024 AMCD Emerging Graduate Student Leader Award
March 12, 2024
PhD in Counseling student Sravya Gummaluri was selected as 2024 Association for Multicultural Counseling & Development Emerging Graduate Student Leader.
Meeting the Needs of Every Learner: The Role of Special Education Professionals
March 11, 2024
Special educators and administrators must focus on recognizance, collaboration, and inclusion to ensure equitable learning environments for all students.
GW Faculty, Students & Alumni Help Revise 2024 UNESCO Global Citizenship Education in a Digital Age Teacher Guidelines
February 28, 2024
Dr. Engel along with a team of GW students and alumni helped to write and revise the UNESCO Global Citizenship Education in a Digital Age Teacher Guidelines.
Dr. Gresham Coordinates 100 Real Talk Session in Prince George's County
February 22, 2024
The workshop, “100 Real Talk: What’s happening to our children and how do we protect them?,” sparked authentic and candid conversations on crucial topics.
Alumna, Dr. Emerald Christopher, Named Race and Social Equity Officer for City of Alexandria
February 20, 2024
GSEHD alumna Dr. Emerald Christopher (master's, Higher Education Administration) will serve as the City of Alexandria’s new Race and Social Equity Officer.
Announcing The Collaboratory: A Center for Jewish Education
“The Collaboratory” Will Incubate New Ideas, Engage Public in New Approaches to Jewish Education
February 14, 2024
GSEHD unveiled a new center for Jewish education. “The Collaboratory” will incubate new ideas and engage the public in new approaches to Jewish education.
Breaking the Code: Empowering Girls in Bangladesh to Bridge the Gender Gap in Tech
GSEHD alumna Dr. Farhana Faruqe Received Grant to Help Prepare Students for Careers in AI
February 12, 2024
Dr. Farhana Faruqe (Ph.D. in Edu, Human Tech Collaboration), is focused on setting students up for success in the field of trustworthy artificial intelligence.
Annual MLK Lecture Centered on Stories of Disabled Teachers {Recording}
The 2024 MLK Jr. Lecture at GSEHD focused on the experiences of disabled teachers and the unique insights they bring to their students.
February 2, 2024
The 2024 MLK Jr. Lecture at GSEHD focused on the experiences of disabled teachers and the unique insights they bring to their students.