Bettina L. Love

American scholar, author, and activist known for work on abolitionist teaching, racial justice, and Black joy; author of We Want to Do More Than Survive and Punished for Dreaming.

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  1. 1. We Want To Do More Than Survive

    Abolitionist Teaching and the Pursuit of Educational Freedom

    A passionate manifesto arguing that schools must move beyond mere survival to nurture Black joy, freedom, and thriving; it critiques punitive, racist, test-centered systems and proposes abolitionist teaching that centers love, restoration, and collective liberation. Combining research, personal stories, and practical strategies, it urges teachers and communities to dismantle oppressive practices, reimagine curriculum, and build learning environments where Black students are affirmed, empowered, and prepared to transform society.

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