Here are the key pillars of her work and background:

1. The I-CORT Framework & Anti-Bullying Advocacy

Dr. Glass-Abdullah is the creator of the term I-CORT Framework, which stands for:

• Intentional
• Care
• Optimism
• Respect
• Trust

Her I-CORT Model (updated 2026) is designed to help schools recognize parent partnerships built on intentionally inclusive, restorative, and culturally responsive school culture where all students feel valued and safe (Glass-Abdullah, 2022).

A major focus of Dr. Glass-Abdullah’s research is the disconnect between adults and youth regarding how bullying is defined. The YES sessions train youth, parents, and educators on how to spot “hidden” or socially acceptable bullying“ (like relational manipulation or social exclusion) that schools often miss under standard punitive policies. Parents are taught how to use the I-CORT framework to demand a more “invitational,” emotionally safe environment for their children’s.

2. Youth and Educator Empowerment

Through the Youth Empowerment Support (YES) Program, Dr. G’s team facilitates workshops and provides resources for youth and teens. She guides initiatives aimed at reforming how schools and workplaces handle bullying, subtle aggression, systemic bias, discrimination, and racism. Her work often addresses the specific challenges faced by Black American children and teens, aiming to dismantle anti-Black biases, lower disproportionately harsh disciplinary practices, and bridge the definition gap between adults and youth regarding what constitutes harmful behavior.

3. Support for Highly Mobile & Military Families

Dr. G is best known for her work bridging the gap between educators, military families, and children with special needs, such as leading sibling workshops for families of autistic children at Tripler Army Medical Center in Hawaii. Drawing directly from Dr. Glass-Abdullah’s experience with military-connected special needs families and her doctoral research on military family mobility, these initiative serves as a support network for families who move frequently or struggle to find a sense of belonging in the classroom. It provides parents with the tools to assess school culture, identify genuinely inclusive (“intentionally inviting”) environments, and establish stability for their children during disruptive transitions or while navigating structural biases and discrimination.

4. Special Needs, Inclusion, and Advocacy: Parent’s Panel

The Parent’s Panel virtual roundtable and training session are designed to bridge the gap between parents, teachers, daycare administrators, and schools. Operating under Dr. G’s leadership and Shantel Hassan (1SEC) as the Parent’s Panel Chair, the panel focuses on inclusivity and accommodating all children, youth, and teens with varying special needs.

The Parent’s Panel provides support before, during, and after IEP, Behavioral Improvement Plan (BIP), and 504 Plan meetings. Additionally, we offer resources and training to help parents navigate the complex systems they face when advocating for children with unique gender, physical, behavioral, or learning needs.

The Parent’s Panel runs weekly IEP and 504 Plan sessions to prep for parents for meetings, ensuring they know their legal rights and possess the vocabulary needed to effectively communicate and advocate at the school or administrative level.

5. Sisterhood and Professional Leadership

In addition to her work with children, youth, and teens, Dr. Glass-Abdullah is a dedicated advocate for the advancement of professional Black American women. Through her leadership of initiatives like Sharing Points Inc., she hosts retreats, conferences, and workshops designed to support Black women in building social-emotional resilience and navigating workplace discrimination and micro-aggressions. These platforms focus on fostering financial freedom and business development.

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