Champions of Change

Champions of Change
Podcast Description
Champions of Change Podcast, where we celebrate the inspiring stories of Black male educators who are transforming schools and empowering the next generation. Each episode highlights their journeys, challenges, and triumphs as they break barriers, uplift communities, and redefine what it means to lead in education.Tune in to be inspired, informed, and motivated by the powerful voices of those making a positive impact where it matters most—in our classrooms, in our schools, and in our communities!
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes of educational equity, leadership, and community empowerment with episodes highlighting achievable strategies and personal narratives. Topics include the impact of bilingual education, the challenges faced by Black male educators, and the significance of representation in schools. For example, an episode featuring Dr. Bertrand Tchoumi discusses the role of Black male educators in fostering bilingualism and cultural identity.

Champions of Change Podcast, where we celebrate the inspiring stories of Black male educators who are transforming schools and empowering the next generation. Each episode highlights their journeys, challenges, and triumphs as they break barriers, uplift communities, and redefine what it means to lead in education.
Tune in to be inspired, informed, and motivated by the powerful voices of those making a positive impact where it matters most—in our classrooms, in our schools, and in our communities!
In this powerful episode of Champions of Change, we sit down with Dr. Paris Echoles — transformational educator, community leader, and founder of Born Gift3d, LLC. With nearly two decades of experience across education, leadership, and community engagement, Dr. Echoles has dedicated his life to reimagining what’s possible for Black youth, educators, and the systems that shape them. Raised in the face of adversity and guided by revolutionary love, he brings a unique blend of academic insight and lived experience to every space he enters.
Dr. Echoles unpacks the mission behind Born Gift3d, the importance of healing, identity, and purpose, and what it truly means to disrupt, uplift, and liberate. From lessons learned in classrooms and boardrooms to strategies for staying authentic in resistant systems, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone committed to transformative education and community empowerment.
Tune in and be inspired to lead with cultural truth, stand firm in your purpose, and create liberated spaces where our communities can thrive.

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