Ideas This Week
Ideas This Week is your hub for updates on all things Facing History—from announcements and featured press to expert interviews, impact stories, and essays on the ideas driving our work.
Reflections on the State of Democracy in South Africa
Facing History partners share the key lessons learned after the events that preceded Mandela Day in July 2021.
Reflecting on Anti-Black Violence, Justice, and Accountability
In the wake of Derek Chauvin’s conviction in the murder of George Floyd, we reflect on the historical and contemporary violence that surrounds this guilty verdict.
We Are Being Called to Account
Hate crimes targeting Asian American and Pacific Islander (API) communities have deep roots in US history. We decry the violence in Atlanta and mourn with the victims' families.
Making Black Lives Matter: A Retrospective
Explore how the Black Lives Matter movement has evolved since its emergence in 2013 and how we can move towards real change and transformation in eradicating anti-black violence.
Afrofuturism and Black Joy
Incorporate Black joy into your teachings by highlighting the resilience, creativity, and humanity of the black community through the rich world of afrofuturism.
Heeding King's Words: Reflections for MLK Day
The work of Martin Luther King Jr. was defined by the struggle for equity and peace. As we confront today's inequities, his insights can be a guide.
Black Women Educators' Roundtable on Teaching and Current Events
What is the impact of racial violence and tensions on Black educators? We explore the challenges, joys, and opportunities in education with our panel of Black women educators.
History as Our Guide: Understanding What Divides and What Connects
Educator Thomas Lai FitzGibbon reflects on societal tensions and how to promote racial justice in the wake of George Floyd’s murder.
Ready or Nought, it’s Time to Face Race in the UK
Learn about impressions of Nought and Crosses and how it connects to the personal experiences of Facing History UK team members.
Why Just Mercy Matters
The film Just Mercy can offer invaluable insights to students in unpacking the harsh realities of the justice systems.
Red Scarf Girl Today: An Interview with Ji-li Jiang
Red Scarf Girl author Ji-li Jiang illuminates a number of key lessons that American educators and citizens can glean from the Chinese Cultural Revolution.