Central to AMI/USA’s dedication to children is our commitment to conscious and proactive inclusion of all people regardless of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sovereign tribal Nations status, ancestry, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, social class, socioeconomic status, marital status, language, disability or immigration status, etc. AMI/USA considers it critical to continually strive to provide training centers, schools, families, teachers and administrators with what they need in support of all children having the opportunity to reach their full potential.
AMI/USA is pleased to be among the first major donors to the Black Montessori Educational Fund launched on July 3, 2020 by Mentors of Minorities in Education (M.O.M.I.E.) board member Dr. Ayize Sabater. The initiative aims to raise one-million dollars to “drastically increase Black exposure, expenditure and expertise around Montessori.” AMI/USA Board member KaLinda Bass-Barlow spoke at the launch ceremony where the organization made its “Ella Jo Baker – Transforming Systems Pledge.” 