Welcome

Welcome to S. Rasheem’s website dedicated to scholarly work and research. Here, you’ll find a comprehensive collection of Rasheem’s academic endeavors, focusing on the intersection of education, social justice, and multiculturalism. Through her research, Rasheem delves into pressing issues such as inequality, gender dynamics, sexuality, intersectionality, and diverse feminisms, particularly within urban environments and marginalized populations. 

All About

Rasheem

Rasheem is an Independent Scholar and Social Scientist whose scholarship encourages a critical examination of society and culture through the lens of race, gender, and class. Her educational background is interdisciplinary, and includes a Bachelors degree in Social Science, a minor in Sociology, a Masters’ in Nonprofit Management and a Doctorate of Philosophy in Social Work. She has been a Principal Investigator on at least five different qualitative research initiatives and has spoken on the topic of equity at over 30 academic and professional conferences.

In Service To

Community

 

Immerse yourself in the transformative power of art with S. Rasheem as he collaborates with communities to create meaningful and impactful works of art. Rasheem’s artistic endeavors extend beyond conventional boundaries, aiming to inspire dialogue, foster connection, and ignite social change. Through participatory art projects, Rasheem engages community members in co-creating artworks that reflect their stories, experiences, and aspirations. From mural installations to community workshops, Rasheem’s creative initiatives serve as catalysts for empowerment, healing, and advocacy.

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Scholarship &

research

S. Rasheem is committed to the notion that educators in the 21st century bear a distinctive responsibility: cultivating adult learners who possess a nuanced understanding of multicultural issues and are equipped to address social justice matters both within and beyond the confines of traditional classrooms. With a professional dedication to urban settings and underserved communities, Rasheem is particularly invested in fostering comprehension of inequality, gender dynamics, sexuality, intersectionality, and various strands of feminism among his students. Through both pedagogical practices and research endeavors, Rasheem’s focus lies in mitigating human suffering and advancing social justice causes. Ultimately, he perceives his role as an educator as one that involves preparing students to confront and tackle the pressing social justice challenges of their era.

work with

rasheem

Discover exciting workshop opportunities with S. Rasheem, designed to empower participants with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate complex issues. Rasheem’s workshops offer immersive learning experiences, blending theoretical insights with practical strategies for fostering inclusive environments and addressing systemic inequalities. Whether exploring topics such as intersectionality, gender dynamics, or diverse feminisms, participants can expect engaging discussions, interactive activities, and actionable takeaways.

Blogs

Black Women Only Please

I want to talk about the significance of having spaces for the expression and articulation of Black Womanist Culture.

Queer Religion: Black queer Space-making is God’s work

Black-queer-only space-making is God’s work, not only because these spaces hold immense significance in the lives of those who inhabit them, but because they provide a sense of belonging and community where individuals can be their authentic selves without fear of rejection.

Misses Write

The first enslaved Africans were brought to the U.S. in 1619. It is well-documented that before the Civil War in 1865 the education of Black Americans was illegal.