Mariah Rankine Landers
Current leader in pedagogical strategy, an educator, conceptual artist, and executive coach
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Expanding and evolving the creative power
that we each hold
Mariah Rankine-Landers, Ed.M (she/her) is a thought leader in the fields of human potential, education, liberatory practice and social change. Her work sits at the intersection of arts, culture, and education, where she has developed a research-based, love-centered pedagogy that activates transformation rather than simply delivering information. With a foundation in Equity and Social Justice in Education, Mariah designs liberatory learning spaces that integrate the arts, experiential learning, and critical thinking to mold compassionate critical and creative thinkers who contribute positively to society.
As co-author of "Do Your Lessons Love Your Students: Creative Education for Social Change" alongside Jesa Brie Moreno, Mariah provides both manifesto and practical roadmap for educators seeking to create environments where students experience genuine belonging. Her visionary approach weaves history, justice, and imagination into tangible change through workshops, speaking engagements, and curricular design that shifts the narratives shaping society. The 2024 recipient of the Sandra Bowie Social Change Award through the National Guild, Mariah operates as a visionary builder whose presence challenges the status quo while inspiring action toward repair and collective flourishing.
Do Your Lessons Love Your Students?
Creative Education for Social Change
Co-authored with Jesa Brie Moreno, Do Your Lessons Love Your Students: Creative Education for Social Change is both a manifesto and a practical guide for reimagining education. Mariah Rankine-Landers weaves together history, justice, and creativity to show educators how to design classrooms rooted in love, belonging, and transformation. This book challenges traditional approaches by offering strategies that activate critical thinking, imagination, and care, empowering teachers to nurture compassionate, creative, and socially conscious learners.
MARIAH SPEAKS.
MARIAH WRITES.
MARIAH CREATES.
MARIAH EDUCATES.
MARIAH INNOVATES.
MARIAH WRITES
Through her writing, Mariah offers both vision and guidance for creating liberatory learning spaces. Her words are a blueprint for educators and change-makers seeking genuine transformation.
MARIAH EDUCATES
Mariah designs learning experiences that are rigorous, love-centered, and liberating. She facilitates with a rare balance of depth, creativity, and care.
MARIAH SPEAKS
Mariah’s voice resonates with clarity and power, leaving audiences deeply moved and motivated to act. She brings complex ideas to life with compassion, brilliance, and accessibility.
MARIAH CREATES
Mariah builds spaces where imagination and justice come together to transform education. Her creative frameworks turn bold ideas into living practices that uplift communities.
MARIAH INNOVATES
Mariah’s strategic vision expands what we believe is possible. She brings bold ideas to life, reshaping systems with creativity and purpose.
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