ATA Local 48 Institute Day 2024

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 CMHR. In addition, Sarah is the co-founder of the Black Teacher’s Association of Alberta and strives to amplify all voices in schools. 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.