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Professional Learning

Ambassador Samantha Power: Upstanding in a Time of Crisis

Join the Facing History community for a special series of engaging and thought-provoking online conversations about what it means to face history now. For the final conversation in this series, Ambassador Samantha Power talks about inspiring young people to realize their potential to be upstanders for a more humane and just world.

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Single Session

Our single professional learning sessions are designed to easily fit into your day. Typically one hour or less, these sessions explore timely and relevant topics including teaching strategies, current events, and more.

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This professional learning event will be led by Facing History staff. When you register, you will receive instructions for how to attend the event.

This event qualifies for Certificate of Completion.

Civics & Citizenship
Human & Civil Rights

Join the Facing History community for a special series of engaging and thought-provoking online conversations about what it means to face history now. For the final conversation in this series, Ambassador Samantha Power talks about inspiring young people to realize their potential to be upstanders for a more humane and just world.

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