We are Radical Readers
Our Approach
We aim to take a decolonized approach to education, we believe that this is what makes us revolutionary. In all of our lessons, we seek to counteract the western perspective in the way we teach our students about core subjects. All too often, many aspects of our history are taught with the wrong connotation. Through our lessons we hope to put humanity back into our narratives and eliminate the vestiges the western perspective has left on us.
What is our goal?
Through the Radical Readers Children's Literacy Program and Curricula for Political Education, we envision a future where every child has the ability to critically engage with the world, empathize with others, and advocate for positive change. By fostering a love for reading, nurturing critical thinking skills, and introducing political concepts, we strive to empower children to become active participants in shaping a more just and inclusive society.
All about Radical Readers
The Radical Readers Children’s Literacy Program and Curricula for Political Education is a free community based organization. We aim to foster a love for reading in Black youth while empowering Black students with the knowledge of their rich heritage and the tools to critically engage with the world around them. Through our initiatives we hope to remain true to our core values of Literacy Development, Black Education, Self Realization & Empowerment, Diasporic Learning, and Community.
Our team
Meet Hannah our founder! She is a sophomore health science major Afro-American and Chemistry studies double minor from Memphis, TN on the pre-dental track at Howard University. She started Radical Readers after a conversation with her cousins about the lack of Black history taught in their schools. She became disappointed and wanted to do something about it and from there, Radical Readers was born.
Hannah Ma'Sha Summerville
Meet Micah Watkins! She is a junior biology major, Afro-American studies, Chemistry, and Spanish triple minor from Memphis, TN at Howard University. She is excited to be apart of Radical Readers because she loves reading and believes in its power!!
Micah Watkins
Kimathi Talton
Meet Kimathi Talton! He is a junior International Affairs major, Film and Television minor from Brooklyn, NY at Howard University. He is excited to be apart of Radical Readers because he is interested in connecting with youth who have a passion for changing the world while also learning from them.
OUR COMMITMENT
The Radical Readers team is passionately committed to fostering a love for reading among students while emphasizing the importance of Black history. Through engaging and diverse book selections, interactive discussions, and educational resources, they strive to create an inclusive and empowering space that celebrates the rich narratives of Black authors and their invaluable contributions to literature and history.