Episode forty-one: From Activism to Advocacy: Disrupting the School-to-Prison Pipeline with Chauntyll Allen

The More We Know Community Show with Dr. Sylvia

Join host Dr. Sylvia as she engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Chauntyll Allen, a remarkable individual dedicated to disrupting the school-to-prison pipeline. As an activist, educator, and elected official, Chauntyll has made significant strides in advocating for racial equity and social justice within the education system.

During her time working with special education students in the Saint Paul Schools, Chauntyll witnessed the troubling emergence of the school-to-prison pipeline. Motivated to effect change, she took action and successfully secured a seat on the St. Paul School Board in 2020. Since then, she has become a respected leader, working tirelessly to transform policies and practices that perpetuate inequity.

In this episode, Chauntyll shares her inspiring journey, from her experiences as an educator and a dedicated activist within the Black Lives Matter movement to her current role as a School Board Director for Saint Paul Public Schools. She also holds the esteemed position of Director of Criminal Justice Policy and activism at the Wayfinder Foundation in Minnesota, where she continues her advocacy for youth and social justice.

Through personal tragedy, Chauntyll has found the strength to channel her experiences into positive change, empowering and uplifting others along the way. Join us as we explore her incredible story and learn how she is making a lasting impact in the fight for a more equitable education system and society as a whole.