Dr Decoteau J. Irby

Dr Decoteau J. Irby is a creator, activist, musician, author, consultant, and professor.He creates teaching and learning experiences, music and stories, and opportunities for people to be in the community.Dr Decoteau is a songwriter, guitarist, and reluctant singer. He creates music that is a timeless blend of deep soul, funk, and psychedelic rock, all within the expansive tradition of Black American music. He taught himself to play the guitar.He is the author of several books, essays, and academic journal articles. He writes to show how Black people have always struggled and progressed against tremendous odds, to reach for liberation.He consults districts, schools, organizations, and community groups in the areas of organizational leadership and improvement for racial equity.Dr Decoteau is an associate professor in the Department of Educational Policy Studies at the University of Illinois at Chicago where he teaches and advises excellent educational leaders and works with colleagues. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.