Honoring the builders of mathematical thought
A platform dedicated to Black and Brown math educators whose work has shaped classrooms, communities, and generations — hosted by Dr. Kyndall Brown.
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Dr. Kyndall Brown is a mathematics educator, advocate, and voice for equity in STEM. Through this platform, he brings visibility to Black and Brown educators who have made — and continue to make — meaningful contributions to mathematics education and society.
This is a space for educators, parents, and students alike. A place where the history of mathematical thinking is told in full, and the people who carried that knowledge forward are finally centered.
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From pioneering researchers to classroom teachers, these are the people whose work in mathematics education has rippled outward into communities, curricula, and lives.
NASA Mathematician — Trajectory Analysis
Her orbital mechanics calculations made the first U.S. crewed spaceflights possible. Johnson's precision and insight became the literal foundation of American space exploration.
Full ProfileFounder, Math-Tech Inc.
A champion of ethnomathematics and mathematical literacy, Dr. Gilmer dedicated her career to ensuring that Black students saw themselves as mathematical thinkers.
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His Emerging Scholars Program transformed how universities support students of color in STEM, dismantling deficit narratives with data-driven collaborative learning models.
Full ProfilePast President, NCTM
As the first Black president of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, Dr. Stiff reshaped national conversations about access, equity, and rigor in math education.
Full ProfileElementary Math Educator & Speaker
Marian Dingle centers identity, culture, and anti-racism in her classroom practice, pushing the field to reckon with who math is taught for and who it leaves behind.
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Sit-downs, keynotes, and conversations with educators who are doing the work right now.
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ReadAfrican Mathematics in Play
These games are not just entertainment. They are living artifacts of mathematical thinking — developed across centuries on the African continent and still played today. Bring one home.
West Africa
The Game of Strategy and Wisdom
One of the world's oldest strategy games. Players move stones around the board in a game of counting, planning, and foresight — aiming to collect the most.
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Mande Region, West Africa
The Game of Alignment and Strategy
A traditional game of the Mande peoples. Players move pieces along lines, seeking to be first to form a straight line of three. Alignment, foresight, decision-making.
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Sahel Region, West Africa
The Game of Strategy and Capture
A game of placement, movement, and capture known for its simplicity and deep tactics. Players aim to form a line of three to capture their opponent's pieces.
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Southeast Africa
The Game of Strategy and Control
Believed to have originated in Southeast Africa, played in Malawi, Zambia, Mozambique, and Tanzania. Players move to form a straight line of three through the center.
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