Episode Details

Fuelled by an unwavering passion for education, viewing it as a key to unlocking potential and a catalyst for social progress, Desna McKenzie recognises the historical injustice of education withheld from marginalised people for generations. Desna confronts the traumas and disenfranchisement experienced by Black children in the UK. As a devoted mother, Desna has first-hand knowledge of the challenges faced by the Black community in school systems, particularly impacting Black boys. For Desna, it's about being really intentional in cultivating their potential and preserving confidence.

KEY TAKEAWAY

"As long as they are helpless and subjected to that unfairness, that creates disenfranchisement that pushes our children to the fringes of society."

ABOUT DESNA
Desna is the Founder of Parents of Black Children UK, through which she champions educational advocacy and community unification for transformative change. In her podcast, "Higher Playing Field," Desna explores Black parenting, education, and community, paving the way for a new dawn of self-determination for the Black Community.

CONNECT WITH DESNA

https://higherplayingfield.com/

ParentsOfBlackChildren.co.uk/focusonwhy

ABOUT THE HOST - AMY ROWLINSON

Amy is a Life Purpose Coach, Podcast Strategist, Top 1% Global Podcaster, Speaker and Mastermind Host. Amy works with individuals to improve productivity, engagement and fulfilment, to banish overwhelm, underwhelm and frustration and to welcome clarity, achievement and purpose.