Mariah Rankine-Landers

Co-Founder & CEO, Studio Pathways LLC Mariah Rankine-Landers, M.Ed, stands out as a designer of belonging and Co-Principal and Co-Founder of Studio Pathways, where she merges her love for art and education to pioneer innovative pedagogical strategies. Alongside Jessa Brie Moreno, she has led transformative educational programs such as the Integrated Learning Specialists Program and co-created “Rise Up! An American Curriculum.” Mariah has significantly contributed to the development of the SPIRAL Framework and designed curricula for esteemed organizations like the Othering and Belonging Institute and the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. Her collaboration with partners like the Hewlett Foundation and the Kennedy Center has impacted educational practices nationwide. Mariah’s insights are shared in “Do Your Lessons Love Your Students? Creative Education for Social Change,” published in Fall 2023. A recipient of fellowships from prestigious institutions and featured on platforms such as PBS’s The Electric Company, she also co-founded Canerow, providing literature for children of color. Mariah has a lifelong commitment to the arts, equity and education.

Co-Founder & CEO, Studio Pathways LLC

Mariah Rankine-Landers, M.Ed, stands out as a designer of belonging and Co-Principal and Co-Founder of Studio Pathways, where she merges her love for art and education to pioneer innovative pedagogical strategies. Alongside Jessa Brie Moreno, she has led transformative educational programs such as the Integrated Learning Specialists Program and co-created "Rise Up! An American Curriculum." Mariah has significantly contributed to the development of the SPIRAL Framework and designed curricula for esteemed organizations like the Othering and Belonging Institute and the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. Her collaboration with partners like the Hewlett Foundation and the Kennedy Center has impacted educational practices nationwide. Mariah's insights are shared in "Do Your Lessons Love Your Students? Creative Education for Social Change," published in Fall 2023. A recipient of fellowships from prestigious institutions and featured on platforms such as PBS's The Electric Company, she also co-founded Canerow, providing literature for children of color. Mariah has a lifelong commitment to the arts, equity and education.

Activities for Mariah

Speaker | Designing with AI Deep Dive | 2024

Cultivating Belonging: The Core Four Workshop

Dive into “Cultivating Belonging: The Core Four Workshop” with Mariah Rankine-Landers, an expert in creating spaces of belonging. This workshop offers a deep dive into the Core Four elements: Power, Narrative, Lineage, and Embodiment. Engage in interactive discussions, hands-on activities, and thoughtful reflection.

Discover how to navigate power dynamics, see the impact of narratives on perception, honor personal and communal histories, and adopt practices that include everyone. This session is more than just educational; it’s a pathway to action. You’ll leave equipped with practical strategies to weave the Core Four into your daily interactions and professional practices, making a tangible difference in design choices and creating environments where everyone feels acknowledged and connected.

Seize this chance to lead in the realms of AI, design, and wherever you have influence. Join Mariah in transforming our design communities and practices into places of true belonging.

Key Takeaways

Participants will be equipped with practical tools and strategies to:

Analyze and navigate power dynamics effectively.
Grasp how narratives shape our perceptions and influence the spaces we inhabit.
Celebrate and integrate personal and communal lineages into our work and lives.
Develop practices that embody inclusivity, fostering environments where everyone feels valued and connected.