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Why participate?

  • Become aware of your own identity and history and its impact on others

  • Actively learn about others’ identities and culture; become more aware of others’ perspectives

  • Gain a better understanding of current controversies related to race and social justice

  • Participate in meaningful conversations about social justice and racism

  • Build positive habits related to race and community

Four Themes:

  1. Race, Racial Stereotypes and Whiteness

    Questions: What is “race?” How has race and the concept of “whiteness” influenced American history? What are some common stereotypes? 

  2. Overt & Implicit Bias: Individual vs Systemic Racism 

    Questions: What does it mean to be biased? What is implicit bias?  What is the difference between individual and systemic racism?

  3. Current Issues in the US/World related to Race

    Questions: How has race continued to influence current events in the US and around the world? What are some of the controversies related to: Diversity, Inclusion, Equity policies, Affirmative Action in the news, AP African American History?

  4. What should you know and what can you do? 

    Questions: What does it mean to be an “ally?” What are some options for action in your community or school?

Each of the 4 themes includes about 10 selections for students to read, listen or watch. Choice of sources is up to the student; teachers may develop own assignments (for extra credit) or to integrate into their curriculum.  Additional source materials are welcome to fit course goals. 

Original 21-Day Equity Challenge was developed by Dr. Eddie Moore, Jr. (2014); his website provides a rich resource of additional source materials.