In a city still treading the impact and history of Hurricane Katrina, Black Education for New Orleans is doing its part to rebuild its learning environments.
The organization was founded after noticing the steep decline of educators in New Orleans following Katrina, with the number of Black teachers reduced by over 20%, as reported by The Guardian. With a noticeable gap in available teachers, and a shift that took Black educators out of the majority, BE NOLA sought to remedy this issue.
BE NOLA has dedicated itself to retaining, strengthening, and amplifying Black teachers in Crescent City. With New Orleans still known for its “chocolate city” population, having educators who represent the population remains a priority. Their mission and work ensure every generation of students has access to a quality education, while teachers foster their brilliance by uplifting their identities and intelligence…