Building Community Supports to Counter Manipulative Extremist Narratives
Disinformation and extremism in the current politically polarized landscape threaten the well-being of young people and communities across our country. 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. A key strategy for building this resilience is offering communities tools to both identify insidious extremist narratives and strengthen their own care networks. These LFJ articles provide resource connections.
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Whole-of-Community Resilience
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Reimagining Digital Literacy Education To Save Ourselves
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Conversations About Gun Violence, Disinformation and Extremism
Dear Young Person, You Have an Important Role in Our Democracy
Engaging in action to make positive change in our communities is the next step beyond learning about voting rights and civic responsibilities. When young people recognize the possibilities of power and engagement, they can become change agents in their communities. These LFJ resources for young people provide tips for becoming involved and encouraging friends and family to vote.
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A Letter to Young People on Your Power to Effect Change
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Promote and Model Civic Responsibility
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Five Myths About Voting
Teach Truth: Resist Efforts to Censor and Whitewash History
The accurate history of American slavery should be taught to children in age-appropriate and honest ways that develop critical thinking, while recognizing that Black history is U.S. history and goes beyond slavery. These LFJ publications—including Teaching Hard History: American Slavery, a K-12 curriculum framework—reinforce the importance of teaching this history honestly and provide resources for educators and parents.
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Teaching Hard History: American Slavery
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Talking to Children About the History of Slavery in the United States: A Resource for Parents and Caregivers
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Survival, Resistance and Resilience
Honor Black, Indigenous and People of Color Mental Health Month
It’s essential to reduce the stigma associated with mental health and to affirm practices for wellness—especially during Black, Indigenous and People of Color Mental Health Month. These LFJ resources remind us of the ongoing impact of racism and bias and provide recommendations to support adults in helping young people during these polarizing times.
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Self-Care in the Movement
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Black Minds Matter
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Handle With Care: Supporting Young People During Crises
Parents and Caregivers Play an Important Role in Education
Parents and caregivers are children’s first teachers and play a powerful role in determining what children learn and in shaping children’s perspectives and our shared future. Learning for Justice aims to provide resources and information on current issues in education for parents, caregivers, educators and all community members who are concerned about current censorship and hostile school environments, and who want to create supportive and inclusive learning spaces where all children can thrive.
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Celebrate African and Indigenous Cultures: A Resource for Parents and Caregivers
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What Is Social Justice Education?
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