Liberation Library: Tell Them We are Rising - The History of HBCUs in America
Join us for a powerful event centered on the groundbreaking documentary Tell Them We Are Rising, which chronicles the rich history and enduring impact of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). This gathering will explore the intersection of storytelling, culturally relevant pedagogy, and the intentional design of cultures of belonging in educational spaces.
Together, we will reflect on how the legacy of HBCUs reveals strategies for affirming identity, fostering resilience, and cultivating environments where every student feels seen and valued. Leave with fresh insights and actionable tools to build schools that celebrate diversity and thrive on inclusion.
Liberation Library: Tell Them We are Rising - The History of HBCUs in America
Join us for a powerful event centered on the groundbreaking documentary Tell Them We Are Rising, which chronicles the rich history and enduring impact of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). This gathering will explore the intersection of storytelling, culturally relevant pedagogy, and the intentional design of cultures of belonging in educational spaces.
Together, we will reflect on how the legacy of HBCUs reveals strategies for affirming identity, fostering resilience, and cultivating environments where every student feels seen and valued. Leave with fresh insights and actionable tools to build schools that celebrate diversity and thrive on inclusion.
Untangling History: The Lives of Cynthia Bonta and Larry Itliong
Join us for a powerful and enlightening event celebrating Filipinx History Month, as we honor the remarkable lives and legacies of two trailblazing figures: Larry Itliong and Cynthia Bonta.
Larry Itliong, a fearless labor leader, was a central figure in the 1965 Delano Grape Strike and a driving force behind the United Farm Workers movement. His leadership alongside Cesar Chavez reshaped the labor rights movement, standing as a beacon of strength for generations of workers and activists alike. His story reminds us of the collective power of marginalized voices and the fight for justice and dignity.
Cynthia Bonta, a community organizer and activist, has worked tirelessly to uplift Filipinx communities and advocate for immigrant rights. A co-founder of the Filipino Women's Network and an inspiring force behind social justice movements in the U.S., her work emphasizes the importance of cultural preservation, community empowerment, and activism across generations.
This event will highlight their contributions to labor rights, social justice, and the Filipinx-American experience, connecting the past to the present in the ongoing struggle for equity and representation. Through an engaging panel discussion, video presentations, and spoken word performances, we will celebrate the spirit of activism that defines the Filipinx-American community and honor those who have paved the way.
Untangling History: The Lives of Cynthia Bonta and Larry Itliong
Join us for a powerful and enlightening event celebrating Filipinx History Month, as we honor the remarkable lives and legacies of two trailblazing figures: Larry Itliong and Cynthia Bonta.
Larry Itliong, a fearless labor leader, was a central figure in the 1965 Delano Grape Strike and a driving force behind the United Farm Workers movement. His leadership alongside Cesar Chavez reshaped the labor rights movement, standing as a beacon of strength for generations of workers and activists alike. His story reminds us of the collective power of marginalized voices and the fight for justice and dignity.
Cynthia Bonta, a community organizer and activist, has worked tirelessly to uplift Filipinx communities and advocate for immigrant rights. A co-founder of the Filipino Women's Network and an inspiring force behind social justice movements in the U.S., her work emphasizes the importance of cultural preservation, community empowerment, and activism across generations.
This event will highlight their contributions to labor rights, social justice, and the Filipinx-American experience, connecting the past to the present in the ongoing struggle for equity and representation. Through an engaging panel discussion, video presentations, and spoken word performances, we will celebrate the spirit of activism that defines the Filipinx-American community and honor those who have paved the way.
The Future Goals of the Civil Rights Movement (Copy)
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. addresses the challenges faced by African Americans, emphasizing the importance of civil rights and social justice. He advocates for an integrated society and highlights the role of legislation in regulating behavior and restraining discrimination. Dr. King calls for fair housing laws, justice in cases of violence against African Americans, and a federal open housing bill. He underscores the economic inequality faced by African Americans and proposes a guaranteed annual income as a solution. Criticizing the Vietnam War for diverting attention from civil rights, Dr. King advocates for redirecting resources to eliminate poverty. He stresses the interconnectedness of African Americans and white Americans, advocating for shared political power and a united nation based on justice and equality. Concluding with hope for the future, Dr. King believes in the possibility of achieving freedom, justice, and brotherhood
The Future Goals of the Civil Rights Movement
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. discusses the challenges faced by African Americans and the importance of civil rights and social justice. He emphasizes the need for integrated society and the role of legislation in regulating behavior and restraining discrimination. Dr. King calls for fair housing laws, justice in cases of violence against African Americans, and a federal open housing bill. He highlights the economic inequality faced by African Americans and proposes a guaranteed annual income as a solution. Dr. King criticizes the Vietnam War for diverting attention from civil rights and advocates for redirecting resources to eliminate poverty. He stresses the interconnectedness of African Americans and white Americans, advocating for shared political power and a united nation based on justice and equality. Dr. King concludes with hope for the future, believing in the possibility of achieving freedom, justice, and brotherhood.
The Combahee River Collective Statement
The Combahee River Collective Statement is a foundational document in the history of Black feminism and intersectionality, written by the Combahee River Collective, a Black feminist lesbian organization active in Boston from 1974 to 1980. The statement, published in 1977, outlines the group's beliefs, priorities, and the unique challenges they faced as Black women navigating multiple forms of oppression.
The Combahee River Collective
The Combahee River Collective Statement is a foundational document in the history of Black feminism and intersectionality, written by the Combahee River Collective, a Black feminist lesbian organization active in Boston from 1974 to 1980. The statement, published in 1977, outlines the group's beliefs, priorities, and the unique challenges they faced as Black women navigating multiple forms of oppression.
Notes on Teaching in Mississippi, 1964
"Notes on Teaching in Mississippi" is a document that originated during the 1964 Mississippi Freedom Summer, a significant civil rights initiative. This project was organized by the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC), the Congress of Racial Equality (CORE), and the NAACP under the umbrella of the Council of Federated Organizations (COFO). The Freedom Schools aimed to address the educational deficiencies and racial segregation in Mississippi's public school system by empowering African American youth through education and civic engagement.
Notes on Teaching in Mississippi, 1964
"Notes on Teaching in Mississippi" is a document that originated during the 1964 Mississippi Freedom Summer, a significant civil rights initiative. This project was organized by the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC), the Congress of Racial Equality (CORE), and the NAACP under the umbrella of the Council of Federated Organizations (COFO). The Freedom Schools aimed to address the educational deficiencies and racial segregation in Mississippi's public school system by empowering African American youth through education and civic engagement.
The Liberation Library - 12 Years of Lesbian Activism and the Poetry of Pat Parker
“I think one of the things that will happen because of the president administration that we have in particular because of their giving lip service to what we are now calling the moral majority. Mm-hmm, um, we're gonna be faced with one, some pretty restricting legislation, and probably within the very near future, I think we're gonna have a lot more organized attacks toward, um, lesbian and gay people. I expect to see something like the Briggs Amendment or worse come back up in front of the voters of California. And to be very honest, I'm not that sure. That's like, I'm going pass this time around mm-hmm. , because these people now been given permission.”
The Liberation Library - 12 Years of Lesbian Activism and the Poetry of Pat Parker
“Don't get me wrong. No, no. Don't get me wrong. I happen to agree with the right to lifers, because if you don't agree with them, they'll kill you. Actually, we, the pro-choice people, we are the right to lifers because we're concerned with the lives of the mothers. If those people are so worried about abortion, why if the system continually abort people after they're born, I mean, why aren’t they interested in battered women or battered children? When people are really concerned about life, there'll be no more war.”
The Liberation Library - 12 Years of Lesbian Activism and the Poetry of Pat Parker
“If I could take all my parts with me when I go somewhere, and not have to to say to one of them, 'No, you stay home tonight, you won't be welcome,' because I'm going to an all-white party where I can be gay, but not Black. Or I'm going to a Black poetry reading, and half the poets are anti-homosexual or thousands of situations where something of what I am cannot come with me. The day all the different parts of me can come along, we would have what I would call a revolution.”
Banned Books in the Metaverse: "Flamer" by Mike Curato
This Month’s Book: "Flamer" by Mike Curato
"Flamer" takes us into the life of Aiden Navarro, a teenager navigating the turbulence of a summer camp while grappling with his identity and place in the world. Set against the backdrop of the 1990s, this graphic novel poignantly illustrates the challenges and triumphs of Aiden’s journey, touching on themes of bullying, self-acceptance, and the quest for belonging. Its honest and heartfelt narrative has placed it among the ranks of banned books, sparking crucial conversations about the stories we share and the voices we uplift.
Liberation Library Session: Elevating Our Stories
This unique session invites you to journey through literary history and technology, focusing on works that have been marginalized, censored, or banned over the years
This library results from a groundbreaking collaboration between high school seniors and former school leaders. It is designed as an interactive learning space to cultivate a deeper understanding of our multifaceted histories and identities.
Meet Gladys: Your Equity AI Co-Pilot
How can we create more equitable learning environments by integrating AI into our work as education?
Join a live learning session where we will walk through the potential applications of tools like Gladys both in and outside the classroom.
Banned Books in the Metaverse: "Flamer" by Mike Curato
This Month’s Book: "Flamer" by Mike Curato
"Flamer" takes us into the life of Aiden Navarro, a teenager navigating the turbulence of a summer camp while grappling with his identity and place in the world. Set against the backdrop of the 1990s, this graphic novel poignantly illustrates the challenges and triumphs of Aiden’s journey, touching on themes of bullying, self-acceptance, and the quest for belonging. Its honest and heartfelt narrative has placed it among the ranks of banned books, sparking crucial conversations about the stories we share and the voices we uplift.
October Banned Book Reading
Join us this month to read excerpts from Zami - A New Spelling of Our Name by Audre Lorde!
Liberation Library Session
Join us this month for our Liberation Library session that was co-designed with high school students.
October Banned Book Reading
Join us this month to read excerpts from Zami - A New Spelling of Our Name by Audre Lorde!
Democracy Teach-In: Lunchtime Discussion, Dialogue, and Reflection
Week 11: Grace Lee Boggs and Angela Davis talk Revolution
Connect with your colleagues each week and discuss the artifact and how it can get us all closer to a multicultural, multiracial, multiethnic democracy.
Listen, Dialogue, Reflect, and Act Locally!
Democracy Teach-In: Lunchtime Discussion, Dialogue, and Reflection
Week 10: East LA Chicano Walkouts
Connect with your colleagues each week and discuss the artifact and how it can get us all closer to a multicultural, multiracial, multiethnic democracy.
Listen, Dialogue, Reflect, and Act Locally!
Democracy Teach-In: Lunchtime Discussion, Dialogue, and Reflection
Week 9: A Conversation between Laverne Cox and Bell Hooks
Connect with your colleagues each week and discuss the artifact and how it can get us all closer to a multicultural, multiracial, multiethnic democracy.
Listen, Dialogue, Reflect, and Act Locally!
Democracy Teach-In: Lunchtime Discussion, Dialogue, and Reflection
Week 8: Women of Color Voices of Resistance
Connect with your colleagues each week and discuss the artifact and how it can get us all closer to a multicultural, multiracial, multiethnic democracy.
Listen, Dialogue, Reflect, and Act Locally!
Democracy Teach-In: Lunchtime Discussion, Dialogue, and Reflection
Week 7: Defining Black Power Part 2
Connect with your colleagues each week and discuss the artifact and how it can get us all closer to a multicultural, multiracial, multiethnic democracy.
Listen, Dialogue, Reflect, and Act Locally!
Democracy Teach-In: Lunchtime Discussion, Dialogue, and Reflection
Week 6: 12 Years of Lesbian Activism 1969 - 1981
Connect with your colleagues each week and discuss the artifact and how it can get us all closer to a multicultural, multiracial, multiethnic democracy.
Listen, Dialogue, Reflect, and Act Locally!
Democracy Teach-In: Lunchtime Discussion, Dialogue, and Reflection
Week 5: Chris Hedges on the Christian Right
Connect with your colleagues each week and discuss the artifact and how it can get us all closer to a multicultural, multiracial, multiethnic democracy.
Listen, Dialogue, Reflect, and Act Locally!
Democracy Teach-In: Lunchtime Discussion, Dialogue, and Reflection
Week 4: Myles Horton - Radical Hillbilly - A Wisdom Teacher for Activism and Civic Engagement
Connect with your colleagues each week and discuss the artifact and how it can get us all closer to a multicultural, multiracial, multiethnic democracy.
Listen, Dialogue, Reflect, and Act Locally!
Democracy Teach-In: Lunchtime Discussion, Dialogue, and Reflection
Week 3: Women Speak Out Against Fascism - 1969
Connect with your colleagues each week and discuss the artifact and how it can get us all closer to a multicultural, multiracial, multiethnic democracy.
Listen, Dialogue, Reflect, and Act Locally!
Democracy Teach-In: Lunchtime Discussion, Dialogue, and Reflection
Week 2: The Future Goals of the Civil Rights Movement
Connect with your colleagues each week and discuss the artifact and how it can get us all closer to a multicultural, multiracial, multiethnic democracy.
Listen, Dialogue, Reflect, and Act Locally!