Youth Learning For Justice
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Youth Learning for Justice is part of our Community Justice Sites and national civic and political action education programming. Through learning that teaches honest history, introduces servant leadership (an approach that focuses on leadership in service of the community) and eases entry into the movement for justice, we aim to help young people realize their power to shape the future.

We offer learning journeys, book reviews and resources for youth. We will continue adding resources to this page. 

“When historians pick up their pens to write the story of the 21st century, let them say that it was your generation who laid down the heavy burdens of hate at last and that peace finally triumphed over violence, aggression and war. So I say to you, walk with the wind, brothers and sisters, and let the spirit of peace and the power of everlasting love be your guide.”
– John Lewis


Learning, reflection and action

Road to 60 Freedom Summer Session

This pilot session introduces our Youth Learning for Justice journeys for young people (and parents/caregivers) and the concept of learning for justice.

Introduction to Action Planning

This learning journey offers a structure to introduce planning action for change. The steps can be used for individual or collective planning.

History and the Power of Place

Video and Q&A conversations with Civil Rights Movement activists and witnesses to history.

Reading for Justice

To build bridges of understanding and celebrate our diversity and shared humanity, we offer our favorite book reviews for teens and young adults.

Handle With Care

During crisis events, these recommendations and resources can help guide conversations with young people and manage potential actions and reactions.

Learning From the Civil Rights Movement Series

The learning journeys and resources in this series can help us learn from our history and examine today’s justice issues to answer the questions: “How can I make a difference?” “How can we make a difference together?”

Civics for Democracy Series

The learning journeys and resources in this series can help to develop the civic knowledge, skills and dispositions essential for responsible civic engagement – including the power of the vote.