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Social Justice Discussion with Torin Finser, July 9

June 29, 2020 by Kimberton Waldorf School

KWSPA hosted Torin M. Finser on July 9th


Torin has over 60 years of experience in Waldorf education as a student and learner, parent, teacher, teacher of teachers, author, Ph.D., and leader in the international Waldorf community.


“Waldorf Education for Social Justice” is his passion and the focus of much of his current work.  He emphasizes the need for schools to connect with the current issues dividing our society: political polarization, racism, income inequality, immigration, nationalism, and religious fundamentalism to name a few.  Focus on these problems at the educational level can be transformative and put power in the hands of the community to address their immediate concerns, seek out new ways for the field to change and adapt in the future.  But external advocacy needs to be balanced with opportunities for introspection as well, which Waldorf education also beautifully teaches our children. 


Please take a moment to become familiar with Torin and his work.  His extensive bio and the books he has authored are linked below.  We’ve also attached a link to recent and powerful articles to read in preparation.  There will be a small window for discussion and a few questions.  Please take advantage of this tremendous opportunity to engage with change. 

Bio https://www.antioch.edu/new-england/faculty/torin-finser/

Books https://www.amazon.com/Books-Torin-Finser/s?rh=n%3A283155%2Cp_27%3ATorin+Finser

The Future of Waldorf Education: Beyond 100 https://www.waldorftoday.com/2019/09/the-future-of-waldorf-education-beyond-100/

Beyond 100: A return to the social justice roots of Waldorf Education https://www.antioch.edu/new-england/2019/04/19/beyond-100-a-return-to-the-social-justice-roots-of-waldorf-education/

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