CROSS POLLINATING JUSTICE
CROSS POLLINATING JUSTICE
MIRNA MEJIA
RACIAL EQUITY AND SOCIAL JUSTICE TRAINER FOR PARENTS AND EDUCATORS
CROSS-POLLINATING JUSTICE EPISODE #5:
Raising Brave Kids: Mirna Mejia on Staying True in Tough Moments
KEY ACTIONABLE TAKEAWAYS
Allow your kids to notice differences without shushing them
The power and grace of “I don’t know”
What kind of person do YOU want to be in your world? (to keep yourself motivated in the face of crud)
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EPISODE NOTES
Racial Equity and Social Justice Trainer for Parents and Educator
✨ Recommended Resources from Mirna✨
Free Coloring Pages
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Give the kids something to do while you take a break listening to Cross-Pollinating Justice!
Cross-Pollinating Justice is….
A podcast mini-series for people ready to make real change—one conversation at a time.
Hosted by Mijha Godfrey, Cross-Pollinating Justice brings together dynamic DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging) leaders working with kids and adults to share honest conversations, practical tools, and real-life stories that inspire courageous action.
Each episode offers:
🐝One step you can take this week to move the needle
🐝 Motivation to keep going—even in the face of backlash
🐝 Fresh insights on what’s happening now in the DEIB space
Through rich, heartfelt discussions, you’ll hear how these changemakers stay grounded, protect their hearts, and create space for communities across lines of difference. Whether you're a parent, educator, activist, or simply someone who cares—this show is for you.
Episodes are packed with free tools, thoughtful reflection, and the encouragement you need to keep showing up.
Let’s cross-pollinate ideas, strategies, and hope — together.
Jambo Together is…
a private, opt-in Facebook community. This is where we connect families committed to raising kids who:
✅ Embrace inclusion
✅ Celebrate diversity
✅ Take action for social justice
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Age Appropriate Conversation Starters
Stress-free prompts to make talking about race with your kids so much easier.
QUIZ: Does My Kid Have Internalized Racial Biases?
Take this quick, eye-opening quiz to discover how your child may be absorbing messages about race—and how you can guide them toward empathy, confidence, and inclusion. Perfect for parents who want to raise conscious, compassionate kids in a diverse world.
Antiracist Parenting Resources List
A compilation of free online antiracist parenting resources to help you take action today!
The Jambo Together Community—More Than Just a Facebook Group
Yes, we have an exclusive Facebook community, but Jambo Together is so much more. We encourage members to connect offline, too, because real change happens when we build real relationships.
✅ Looking for in-person meetups? We support you with conversation guides, materials (so no one’s tongue-tied), and a list of kid-friendly places to gather.
✅ Need tools to get started? Our resource hub is packed with book lists, activities, and expert-backed strategies.
✅ Want to learn how to talk about race with confidence? We’ve got you covered with step-by-step guidance using The Jambo Method: A 12-Step Pathway to Raising Changemakers and Creating Liberation for All.
✅ Come be part of a supportive community that gets it.