Learning for Justice

"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

“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

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.

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

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

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

On June 12, 2016, 49 people—most of them LGBTQ+ and Latinx—were killed in the Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando, Florida. Today, we remember those who died, and keep in our thoughts those who survived and the families and friends who mourn. #education

COMING SEPTEMBER 2024: The theme of Learning for Justice's upcoming magazine issue is Dialogue Across Difference. 'Learning for Justice' magazine is a FREE annual publication that brings you articles and content on a range of social justice and human rights issues affecting public education and the well-being of children. Create an account or update your profile to reserve the Fall 2024 issue. https://lnkd.in/ewr9kmPg #education, #socialjustice, #humanrights

Allies can be a powerful source of support for the LGBTQ+ community. Three components are commonly cited by LGBTQ+ people for effective allyship: being accepting, having humility and taking action. This Southern Poverty Law Center Hopewatch article provides some suggestions to help ensure those components are part of your allyship. #education, #socialjustice, #humanrights

For the past year, the hard right has been legitimizing insurrection, painting hate as virtuous and transforming conspiracy theories into mainstream narratives — all in preparation for the 2024 elections. Explore this and much more in the SPLC's new 2023 Year In Hate & Extremism report today: https://bit.ly/4eatoxK #YIHE