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Teens Find Fun, Focus in Summer Programs

Summer is the most violent time of year in urban areas. Some cite hotter temperatures, while others point the finger at out-of-school teenagers. No one factor is to blame, but it makes sense to provide opportunities for young people while keeping them off the streets. Summer service programs can help.
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Honoring Women's History

Happy Women's History Month! Women around the world are—and have been—at the forefront of campaigns for human rights and environmental justice. In this edition of The Moment, you'll find resources for teaching about women's leadership and contributions all year.

  • Audre Lorde
  • Insist on Persistent Women: Women's History in the K-8 Classroom
  • Teach About Native American Women Leaders
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Race Riots

In this essay, the author gives a short history of race riots, showing how they were originally organized by whites in an effort to show dominance over African Americans, particularly in the South.
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Learning for Justice Staff
Grade Level
9-12
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Civics
History
Geography
Social Justice Domain
Justice
June 20, 2016
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The Global Climate Strike and Student Action

Young people have always fought to create a future that is safer and more just—for themselves and for all of us. As students around the globe walk out this Friday to support environmental justice, we hope you’ll find ways to celebrate and support student action during the climate strike and beyond. Here’s how to start.

  • The Youth-Led Global Climate Strike and Celebrating Student Action
  • From Birmingham to Parkland: Celebrate the Power of Young Voices
  • Permission to Walk Out: They Didn’t Ask, I Didn’t Give It
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"Savages"

In this essay, the author unpacks the original definition for "savage" from the 1828 American Dictionary of the English Language, explaining the ironic vantage point through which settlers viewed Native Americans.
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Learning for Justice Staff
Grade Level
9-12
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History
Geography
Social Justice Domain
Diversity Justice
April 28, 2016
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The Power of Language

In this essay, the author identifies vague terminology used by the United States government during World War II to describe their actions toward Japanese Americans and outlines terms that would more appropriately describe the government's actions.
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Learning for Justice Staff
Grade Level
6-8 9-12
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Civics
History
Social Justice Domain
Diversity Justice
April 28, 2016