Online Resources

Bridging Differences Playbook

How do we build bridges when we are trying to create a sense of belonging in our school? How do we belong to a collective group with so many differences? This Berkeley playbook describes the process of bridging differences.

Liberatory Design Deck

Looking for a place to start a co-designing session with staff or students? Here is a way to get started with co-designing using the Liberatory Design Deck.

The Belonging Barometer

This report calls attention to belonging as a factor that matters deeply for leaders and stakeholders across diverse sectors. We make the case for including belonging in the design and implementation of programs and policies across all areas of life in the United States.

The Importance of Student Sense of Belonging

Sense of belonging refers to the extent to which students feel personally accepted, included, and supported at school, and includes school-based experiences, students’ relationships with teachers and peers, and students’ general feelings about school.