Creating inclusive learning environments
Develop the knowledge, understanding and practical skills to recognise and respond to racism in education through the Unteach Racism collection.
Is this collection for you?
Grounded in Te Tiriti o Waitangi, the Code of Professional Responsibility and the Standards for the Teaching Profession, this practical collection combines self-paced online learning with downloadable resources, tools and strategies to build your knowledge, recognise bias, reflect on your practice, and respond with confidence to the impacts of racism in everyday educational settings.
What you’ll learn
Introductory Module
- This introductory module opens a journey toward awareness, restoration, and transformation. It invites educators to pause, reflect, and step into the shared responsibility of addressing racism within education.
Modules One - Two
- These modules examine racism as a systemic and historical issue in Aotearoa, tracing its roots from colonisation to its presence in institutions and everyday practice. Grounded in Te Tiriti o Waitangi and professional responsibility, they invite educators to reflect critically, recognise hidden histories, and centre diverse voices to restore balance and equity.
Modules Three - Five
- These modules examine how racism is internalised and sustained through bias and stereotypes, and how colonial narratives shape self‑belief and learning outcomes for diverse learners. Through reflection and culturally grounded practice, educators are supported to recognise and challenge bias, restoring dignity, mana, and belonging.
Modules Six - Nine
- These modules centre on restoring belonging and equity through action. They explore how culturally grounded practice challenges racism and privilege, and invite educators to turn reflection into courageous, everyday action grounded in Te Tiriti o Waitangi and justice.
Our co-authors
This collection was refreshed by Whare Isaac-Sharland and Vasa Fia Collins. Whare Isaac-Sharland is a Mātauranga Māori practitioner and education leader, championing culturally grounded leadership and transformative learning. Vasa Fia Collins works alongside leaders, schools, and organisations to strengthen culturally responsive leadership, challenge systemic inequities, and create environments where diverse communities are empowered to thrive.
