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Exclusion Is Unconstitutional

Acts of censorship in education perpetuated by a small group with concentrated power go against the principles outlined in the United States Constitution.

Issue 5, Fall 2023

Building a Just Future

Four transgender high school activists courageously share their stories and explain how educators and allies can help them amid the hostile attacks on their human rights.

Issue 5, Fall 2023

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August 26, 2023

Remembering the 1963 March on Washington

Hundreds of thousands of people gather at the Lincoln Memorial during the 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom.

As we commemorate the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, it’s critical to contextualize the iconic campaign's challenges and triumphs. These resources can help.

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Civil Rights Movement Race & Ethnicity Class Rights & Activism

August 7, 2023

Whole-of-Community Resilience

Young person sitting in front of a laptop computer.

Helping young people build resilience against manipulative extremist narratives and conspiracy theories requires all adults in a young person’s trusted network to be equipped with the skills and knowledge to intervene.

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Bullying & Bias Rights & Activism

July 28, 2023

A Letter to Young People on Your Power to Effect Change

A young Black woman standing in front of a voting booth.

Recognize the possibilities of the power of the vote, encourage your friends and family to engage in civic action, and become a change agent in your community.

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Rights & Activism

July 28, 2023

Promote and Model Civic Responsibility

Going to Vote - a Black adult and child walking with "Vote Today" sign on sidewalk.

It’s one thing to learn about voting rights and civic responsibilities; it’s another to engage in action to make positive change in our communities.

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Civil Rights Movement Rights & Activism

June 20, 2023

Connect Voting Rights History to Current Policies and Discourse

A diverse group of people are moving toward the right and the person in front is holding a banner that reads "Protect voting rights for all."

Uncovering the honest history of voting rights in the U.S. is crucial to create an inclusive society and realize the democratic ideals expressed in the Constitution.

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Civil Rights Movement Race & Ethnicity Rights & Activism

May 16, 2023

Toolkit: Peace-Building Circles

Transforming discipline practices requires commitment to processes that strengthen relationships among individuals and connections within communities.

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Race & Ethnicity Rights & Activism

April 24, 2023

What Is Social Justice Education?

Children drawn in chalk holding hands around the globe

A renowned scholar and educator explains social justice education and highlights its role in actively countering injustice and helping to build an inclusive democracy for the benefit of all.

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Race & Ethnicity Gender & Sexual Identity Rights & Activism

April 17, 2023

‘Never Again’ Starts With Education

A photo of the eternal flame in the Hall of Remembrance at the Holocaust Memorial

Mandating Holocaust education in U.S. public schools and simultaneously banning or censoring other “hard histories” is ineffective, disingenuous and further demonstrates the importance of teaching honest history.

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Race & Ethnicity Religion Rights & Activism

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