Johana E. Thomas Zapata

Johana Thomas Zapata is a mathematician, educator, and researcher specializing in culturally responsive and sustaining pedagogies, mathematical modeling, and equitable practices in STEM education. A member of the Garifuna (Afro-Indigenous) community, Johana integrates her cultural and linguistic heritage into her work, focusing on amplifying marginalized voices and fostering inclusive learning environments.

Publications

Expanding CSP Through Afro-Indigeneity and Pan-Disability: An Inclusive Equity STEM Interrogation
Expanding CSP Through Afro-Indigeneity and Pan-Disability: An Inclusive Equity STEM Interrogation
Alexis Padilla, Johana E. Thomas Zapata. © 2026. 42 pages.
This chapter is a conceptual piece and a critical reflection about CSP. We explore the transformative potential of CSP to address cognitive and cultural injustices by integrating...