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John Amaechi OBE Shares His Story at the 2014 Chicago Benefit Dinner
John Amaechi OBE shares his story with students, teachers, and community members at the Facing History & Ourselves 2014 Chicago Benefit Dinner.
What Is Islamophobia?
Use this explainer to help students understand Islamophobia and how it manifests in contemporary society through various tropes.
Journalists and Social Media
Journalists discuss how social media was used in the aftermath of Michael Brown's death in Ferguson, Missouri.
Leaving a Positive Footprint
Students at a California elementary school learn about the impact of bullying and lead a cross-grade project to create a more inclusive and welcoming school community.
Family Names
Learn how filmmaker Macky Alston learned about the history of his family name and its connection to his family's legacy in the United States.
Family Names
In Spanish, learn how filmmaker Macky Alston learned about the history of his family name and its connection to his family's legacy in the United States.
Wesley Lowery's Arrest
Washington Post reporter Wesley Lowery describes how he was arrested in Ferguson, Missouri, and explains how freedom of the press was threatened during the protests.
When Does "Us" Turn against "Them”?: Kwame Anthony Appiah
Kwame Anthony Appiah discusses why people categorize the world to make meaning of it.
Lynda Lowery Describes Bloody Sunday
Lynda Lowery describes "Bloody Sunday" and the resolve that motivated her throughout.
On Educating Upstanders - Ervin Staub
Ervin Staub discusses the importance of helping young people develop moral courage.
Little Things Are Big: Jesús Colón
Writer Jesús Colón reflects on an incident on a subway ride in New York City.