The University of Pittsburgh School of Education's annual Freedom and Justice Gathering brings together educators, families, students, and community members who are committed to equity and justice in education.

This year's free, virtual gathering will feature: 

• Keynote lecture with Ujju Aggarwal, an assistant professor of anthropology and experiential learning at The New School
• DJ and MC Justis Lopez
• Workshops facilitated by local community organizations, including the Latino Community Center, the Forum for Western Pennsylvania School Superintendents, and the Western Pennsylvania Writing Project
• Poetry reading by Pitt student group Addverse+poesia

The event is co-sponsored by the Pitt School of Education Dean’s Office; the Department of Teaching, Learning, and Leading; the Center for Urban Education; the Forum for Western Pennsylvania School Superintendents; and the Kinloch Commons For Critical Pedagogy and Leadership.