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Safia’s Story
In this personal narrative, a young person reflects on her experience participating in pageants and being a Black, Muslim, woman growing up in the Midwest.
Safia’s Story (en español)
In Spanish, in this personal narrative a young person reflects on her experience participating in pageants and being a Black, Muslim, woman growing up in the Midwest.
Psychic Numbing and Genocide
Read excerpts from a research paper by Dr. Paul Slovic, a University of Oregon professor who performs research in human psychology and decision-making.
Apartheid Policies
Read the National Party’s 1948 statement in support of apartheid, which justifies separation as a way to preserve the white European race.
The Freedom Charter
Examine the 1955 Freedom Charter, established by the ANC and supporting groups, which calls for all races to enjoy equal rights, protections, and benefits under the law.
How It Feels to Be Colored Me
Zora Neale Hurston describes her sense of identity and experience being a black woman in this 1928 essay.
The Last Chance for Justice
Learn about the trials of former Nazi perpetrators taking place in the 21st century and consider the motivation behind them and the challenges they pose.
Dernière chance pour la justice
Découvrez les procès d’anciens criminels nazis qui se déroulent au XXIe siècle, et examinez les motivations intrinsèques et les défis qu’ils représentent.
Betraying the Youth
Former Nazi youth member Alfons Heck reflects on coming to terms with Germany’s role and his own part in the Holocaust.
Looking at Citizenship through a Literary Lens
This article by Laura Tavares explains how teaching novels can develop empathy, humility, and tolerance.