about the founDer
 

"I take the time to pay respect and honor to those who came before me who have allowed me to fully embrace this work with unapologetic truth. My ancestors and family members who have been committed to the fair and equitable treatment of human beings. The historically marginalized communities who have been laying the groundwork for activism from the very beginning. I would be remiss if I did not acknowledge that the work that I am doing is not new, but instead built on the feeling of gratitude and inspiration from those who have had the courage to speak about all things social justice, especially when it pertains to children."

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Transitioning from a medical career, Pranoo founded early childhood programs on both coasts with a commitment to identity-driven learning. Notable projects include founding inclusive programs in Harlem, the South Bronx and co-founding Washington state's first elementary charter emphasizing decolonized, social-emotional, and project-based learning. In 2019, they established divHERse education consulting in South Florida to address the need for representation of women of Color in education leadership.

 

Seeking community, Pranoo opened Rohi’s Readery, a social justice-driven children's bookstore committed to honoring historically marginalized communities through outreach and free programming. Recognized for excellence, they have received numerous recognitions, including 2 time NY Teacher of the Year, Gates Foundation K-12 Programs Contributor, "We're All In" Champion for Equity in Education School District Award, and Chamber of Commerce Diversity Business of the Year. Pranoo, a professor at Watson Institute x Lynn University, holds a BS in Biology and MS in Medical Sciences from the University of Florida and an MS in Education/Special Education from Touro College. She continues to champion equity, having established over 200 partnerships in the community and hosting over 400 free critical literacy focused events.

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Indigenous author and activist Vine Deloria Jr. once stated,"Every society needs sacred places. A society that cannot remember its past and honor it, is in peril of losing its soul." Their hope is that the work that continues to be done in the Readery and in collaboration with others will honor and acknowledge our powerful ancestral resistance and lead to more pathways of empowerment for our youngest ones.

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@pranoo_k (Personal Education Instagram)