Layla J. Bonner

Layla J. Bonner is a professor at Belmont University, focusing on theological education and social justice. She co-authored a notable blog post with Gideon W. Park, titled 12 Strategies for Minority Faculty Teaching Race at Predominantly White Institutions, which addresses the complexities of teaching race-related topics in higher education settings.

• Research Interests: Social justice, anti-racism, and pedagogical approaches in theological and religious education, particularly in contexts of racial diversity and trauma-informed teaching.
• Publications: Her collaborative work emphasizes strategies for navigating contentious racial dialogues in academia.