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Aspiring Allies wants to help those who aspire to become allies through knowledge, care, and action. Allyship is always in negotiation and there is always room for improvement as we learn and grow. As such, our emblem of the mountain with peaks and valleys was created with intention and denotes our commitments to advancement while understanding that we all have places we still need to work on. We believe that when we know better, we can do better, and that through our commitments, we can together create a more just world.
Matthew (he/him) is a student affairs professional focused on inclusion, diversity, equity, and access (IDEA) needs who serves as a director of an LGBTQ+ center and disability resource center. He has worked with aspiring allies in nonprofits and local teachers to address issues related to equity.
B.A., Spanish — Ohio University
M.A., Higher Education and Student Affairs — The Ohio State University
Ph.D., Cultural Studies and Social Thought in Education — Washington State University
Ashley (she/her) is an associate professor of English education focused on social justice pedagogies and inclusive education. She has worked with pre-service teachers, practicing teachers, parent groups, and other community members on efforts to address and cultivate equity. She is a former high school teacher, an avid runner, and loves to travel.
B.A., English-University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
M.A.T., Secondary English–University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Ph.D., Culture, Curriculum and Change–University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill