Learning for Justice has begun a process of repositioning itself to be more responsive to the communities we serve in our Deep South states. LFJ will continue to work with educators, caregivers and other community members to protect inclusive education across our states – and ultimately our nation. Read more about coming changes to SPLC’s Learning for Justice. #education, #humanrights, #socialjustice
Learning for Justice
Civic and Social Organizations
Montgomery, AL 16,019 followers
A program of the Southern Poverty Law Center, which seeks to be a catalyst for racial justice in the South and beyond.
About us
Founded in 1991 by the Southern Poverty Law Center, Learning for Justice is dedicated to being a catalyst for justice through fostering equitable and inclusive education and community engagement. Formerly Teaching Tolerance.
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http://www.learningforjustice.org
External link for Learning for Justice
- Industry
- Civic and Social Organizations
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Montgomery, AL
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1991
- Specialties
- Social justice, Educational materials, Professional development, Human rights, Racial justice, Youth development, Education, LGBTQ+ rights, Honest history, Civil Rights, Inclusive Education, Democracy, Civics, and Literacy
Locations
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Primary
400 Washington Ave
Montgomery, AL 36104, US
Employees at Learning for Justice
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Dorothee Benz PhD
Writer | Organizer | Strategist. I love mountains & hate capitalism. #ResistanceIsHoly
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Colin Campbell
Senior Specialist, Digital Platforms at Learning for Justice
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Jaci Jones
Proud educator / Professional Learning Facilitator
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Raisa Sterling
Learning Experience Artist
Updates
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"Democracy is not a state. It is not some high plateau that we struggle to reach so we can finally settle down to rest. Democracy is an act. It is an act that requires participation, organization and dedication to the highest principles. It is an act, and a series of actions that require us to continuously verify our commitment to civil rights and social justice at every challenge. ... Are we closer to building the Beloved Community? Are we closer to building a society based on simple justice that values the dignity and the worth of every human being? Yes, we are closer, but we still have a great distance we must travel before we build a Beloved Community, a nation and a world society at peace with itself." In 2008, the late Rep. John Lewis wrote these words in a powerful essay reflecting on the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s ideals. Lewis’ words are still essential reading today. Read the essay Learning for Justice: #education, #humanrights
Reflections on a Dream Deferred
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60 years after the Civil Rights Act, the work continues in Mississippi! At the SPLC Road to 60 Summit, we'll unite to protect civil rights, voter access, equal education & more. Be part of writing the next chapter on Aug. 15-17 in Jackson. RSVP splcenter.org/60summit
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Subscribe now for 'Learning for Justice' magazine's Fall 2024 issue! Our free magazine brings you content on crucial social justice and human rights issues. To subscribe, simply view your profile or create an account and tell us your subscription preferences. Subscribe Here: lfj.pub/subscription #education, #humanrights, #publishing
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"Discrimination is entwined into the foundation and systems of the United States, but so are models of people challenging oppression." To confront current censorship and voter suppression, modern social justice projects build on the foundations of the historic 1964 Freedom Schools. Revisit this Learning for Justice article from the Spring 2023 magazine, 'The Power of Place.' #education, #humanrights, #publishing
Freedom Schools for Today’s Justice Movement
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“The battleground for racial justice remains in the South, and the victories for justice must be fought for and by ordinary people in the South together with allies from other parts of the nation. Although the pestilence of racism has historically affected the lives of Black and Brown people, its reach extends to all who counter the ideals of white supremacy. A shared story of us is clear as we collectively reconstruct a democracy that is real for all, not just some. … We must not be cajoled into the thinking that centering Black and Brown perspectives in the current movement for justice minimizes injustices experienced by others. The story we share is that all our liberation is bound together. We are at a point of reconstruction where we must secure and guard our shared liberation. “The current threat to our shared story leads us to the urgency of now. We now witness in real time how the seeds of divisiveness and anti-inclusion are being planted on fertile ground made possible by far-right, conservative leaders specifically, but not exclusively, in Southern states, counties, cities and towns. Therefore, supporting existing and establishing new bases of organized local power that demonstrate bold and radical models of service, advocacy and justice are critical to the success of our new public narrative. This moment more than ever requires a strategic focus on the South for the greater good of our democracy and nation. And power is in the autonomy of local people engaged in this narrative of liberation.” —Jalaya Liles Dunn, “The Power of Place” Revisit Learning for Justice's Spring 2023 magazine that highlights the deep-rooted legacies of power and justice in communities in the South. #education, #humanrights, #publishing
The Power of Place and the Urgency of Now
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For too long, people of color in the South have experienced being shut out of the rooms where decisions are made. The South's Got Now | Decidimos is about building each other up as changemakers in our democracy. Learn more about The South’s Got Now | Decidimos, a bilingual campaign to support voting rights in AL, FL, GA, LA, & MS! Decidimos – We Decide – who represents us and what the priorities should be.
Empowering Voters in the South
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This Fourth of July week, we recognize the honest history of the United States is marked by injustices as well as the courage to confront our past and fight for a more just future. We commit to the ongoing movement to build a more inclusive and multiracial democracy. The words and actions of our elders can help to guide us. Join us in the commitment to center learning to inform action for liberation and justice. #education, #socialjustice
Nobody's Free Until Everybody's Free
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Learning for Justice reposted this
Today is the 11th anniversary of Shelby v. Holder, the legal decision that gutted section 5 of the Voting Rights Act. The court's decision in Shelby County v. Holder changed the landscape of voting rights in the Deep South. Today, we continue to see its effects that discriminate against voters, particularly voters of color. At the SPLC, we vow to continue our work to empower voters and eliminate discriminatory voting practices in the Deep South and beyond! Learn more about the impact of the Shelby v. Holder decision in the SPLC's report: https://lnkd.in/eRv4zXKX
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Learning for Justice reposted this
Every American needs to learn about #Juneteenth. It may be a relatively new federal holiday, but it has a long history. Here are some books for both adults and children about the holiday that celebrates the end of enslavement in the U.S. #AmericanHistory #BlackHistory https://lnkd.in/eqrnBmuG