Susan Browne is Associate Professor in the Department of Language, Literacy, and Sociocultural Education at Rowan University, USA. Browne’s research interests and publications are in the areas of critical pedagogies, urban education, diverse literature, and reader response. Gaëtane Jean-Marie is Dean of the College of Education at Rowan University, USA. Jean-Marie’s research focuses on educational equity and social justice in P–12 schools, women and leadership in the P-20 system, and leadership development and preparation in a global context.