Culturally Affirming Special Education in Panamanian and Muslim Culture with Dr. Naima Bhana Lopez

In Episode 108 Ben chats with Dr. Naima Bhana Lopez, an assistant professor of special education and board-certified behavior analyst doctoral (BCBA-D) at Niagara University in Lewiston, NY.  Dr. Lopez's intersecting identities as a Panamanian, Indian, and Muslim provide the foundation for her passion for promoting equity and diversity in special education and applied behavior analysis. Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop) BACB: 1.5 Ethics IBAO: 1.5 Cultural/Ethics QABA: 1.5 Ethics Contact: Naima Bhana https://nbphd.com/ https://www.instagram.com/dr.naimabl/ Articles Referenced: Bhana, N., Rangel, G., & Raulston, T.J. (2023). Barriers and facilitators to services for individuals with disabilities in the Republic of Panama. Journal of International Special Needs Education. Links:  SMILE Canada  https://www.smilecan.org/ Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes Referenced: Evan Auguste Episode https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-98-black-liberation-psychology-a-conversation-with-dr-evan-auguste/ Malika Pritchett Episode https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-83-the-ethics-of-research-applying-a-human-rights-and-social-justice-lens-with-dr-malika-pritchett/ Naomi Tachera Episode https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-64-culture-based-education-with-naomi-k-tachera-ma-bcba-lba/ Behaviour Analysis in Ghana and Nigeria https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-91-behaviour-analysis-in-ghana-and-nigeria-with-josephine-akure-and-joy-oviojie/