End School Pushout for Black Girls and Other Girls of Color

From the introduction:

“Black girls and other girls of color are often subjectively punished and criminalized for their communication styles, their expressions, and the trauma they have experienced. It is imperative as policy leaders to advocate for the necessary resources, laws, policies and practices that work to create supportive learning environments, where all students have the opportunity to succeed; and where Black girls — who have for too long been subjected to racially biased, sexist, and culturally discriminatory practices — have access to a robust array of targeted services and supports that propel them to a lifetime of success.

Below are critical policy recommendations for agencies and individuals at the federal, state, and local level to counter the criminalization of Black girls, and other girls of color. Most importantly, the below recommendations are specified to provide Black girls and other girls of color the opportunity to attend school in learning environments that provide safety, access, and the opportunity to thrive and reach their highest potential.”