Learning Opportunities

Sarah Adomako-Ansah is a graduate of the University of Alberta, B. Ed (’13). She is a former teacher with the Edmonton Catholic School Division, teaching grades three through six from 2013 until 2021. She was the Division’s first Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Anti-Racism Consultant in 2023 and provided support to administration, teachers, and students in their journey with this important topic. In 2021, she began her term as the Educator in Residence at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, supporting human rights education in Canada, but also creating a program titled ‘Pass the Mic: Let’s Talk About Racism.’ Currently, she has left the classroom and is now the Manager, Education Outreach for the Canadian Museum for Human Rights. In addition, Sarah is the co-founder of the Black Teacher’s Association of Alberta and strives to amplify all voices in schools. She has also authored a book to support educators, called Navigating the First Years: A Toolkit for Classroom Success. Finally, she is the fortunate recipient of both the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal and the Randy Palivoda Award for her efforts in contributing to human rights and diversity in education and leadership.

Roberta Everson is an interpretative program developer at the CMHR. A seasoned educator with more than 30 years’ experience as a classroom teacher, instructional designer and senior workplace learning consultant, Roberta is passionate about education for reconciliation and creating learning experiences that promote dignity and rights for all. In addition to her work for the CMHR, Roberta has also designed and developed education for reconciliation programs for organizations across Canada, including the Government of Manitoba and the Government of the Northwest Territories. Roberta is Métis and has a Bachelor of Education and a Master of Science in Instructional Design and Technology.