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International Program

Facing History’s International Program works across the globe with educators, schools, civil society organizations, policy makers, and thought leaders to support the development of democratic citizens who are ready to face the past and its legacies. Read on for examples of our international work.
 

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Some of the Places We Work

SInce 2003, we've provided over 1800 teachers with resources for exploring South Africa’s past.

Northern Ireland

With our partner, Corrymeela, we help teachers address the violent past and divisions within Northern Irish society.

France

Through our partnership with Afev, we have developed a program to address contemporary racism, antisemistism, Islamophobia, and other forms of hatred.

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Explore Educator Resources

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Democracy & Civic Engagement

Standing Up for Democracy

Designed for students in the United Kingdom, these lessons foster the critical thinking, mutual respect, and toleration necessary to bring about a more humane society.

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Democracy & Civic Engagement

Fostering Civil Discourse (South Africa version)

This guide provides strategies designed to help you navigate these challenging times and support your students to develop effective skills for participation in the classroom and the wider community.

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Democracy & Civic Engagement
Justice & Human Rights

Universal Declaration of Human Rights

This unit leads students through a deep exploration of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, from the history of its creation to its legacy in today’s global community.

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Antisemitism & Religious Intolerance

Standing Up to Hatred and Intolerance

Address today's global challenges with lesson plans focused on current events including the refugee crisis and contemporary antisemitism.

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Genocide & Mass Violence

Stolen Lives: The Indigenous Peoples of Canada and the Indian Residential Schools

Explore our online resource on the Indian Residential Schools and their long-lasting effects on Canada’s Indigenous Peoples.

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Genocide & Mass Violence

The Nanjing Atrocities: Crimes of War

The online companion to our Nanjing Atrocities book includes maps, images, timelines, and readings for students to gain a deeper understanding of East Asia during World War II.

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Holocaust

Holocaust and Human Behavior

Explore the website of our core resource to get online readings, primary sources, and short documentary films on the challenging history of the Holocaust.

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Race in US History

Teaching Mockingbird

Learn how to incorporate civic education, ethical reflection and historical context into a literary exploration of Harper Lee's novel, To Kill A Mockingbird.

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International Events

2021

January

  • 21
    Using Holocaust Survivor Podcast Testimony in Your Classroom
    Online
    Webinar

    Thursday, January 21

    7:00-8:00 PM ET
    6:00-7:00 PM CT
    5:00-6:00 PM MT
    4:00-5:00 PM PT

    Captioning will be available during this webinar. If this time doesn’t work for your schedule, be sure to register and we’ll notify you once the recording is available on our On-Demand Learning Center.

    Those Who Were There: Using Podcasts and Survivor Testimony in Your Classroom

    Join us for a conversation with Eric Marcus and Stephen Naron, co-producers of the podcast Those Who Were There: Voices from the Holocaust where we’ll explore the significance of hearing testimonies from survivors and witnesses of the Holocaust and the impact of using podcasts as a learning tool in your classroom.

    Online
    January 21, 2021
    7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

  • 26
    Examining Race and Wellbeing in the Workplace
    Online
    Community Event


    WATCH IN THE UK:

    Tuesday, 26 January
    7:00 PM GMT

    WATCH IN THE US / CANADA:

    Tuesday, January 26
    2:00 PM ET
    1:00 PM CT
    12:00 PM MT
    11:00 AM PT


    Live captioning will be provided during this event. Please contact our Special Events team with any questions.

     

    Facing History Now: Conversations on Equity and Justice – Examining Race and Wellbeing in the Workplace with Professor Binna Kandola

    Professor Binna Kandola OBE, psychologist and author, discusses the impact of discrimination and micro-incivilities in the workplace.
    Virtual
    January 26, 2021
    7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

  • 28
    Teaching the Reconstruction Era
    Online
    Online Course

    A New Approach to Teaching the Reconstruction Era

    This online course explores the Reconstruction era in the United States and the construction of American identity.
    Online
    January 28, 2021 - March 10, 2021
    Event is full. Registration has closed.

  • 28
    Holocaust and Human Behavior
    Online
    Online Course

    Holocaust and Human Behavior

    In today’s world, questions of how to best build and maintain democratic societies that are pluralistic, open, and resilient to violence are more relevant than ever. Studying the Holocaust using Facing History’s approach allows students to wrestle with profound moral questions raised by this history and fosters their skills in ethical reasoning, critical thinking, empathy, and civic engagement—all of which are critical for sustaining democracy. This course features Holocaust and Human Behavior and is intended for educators.

    Online
    January 28, 2021 - March 10, 2021
    Event is full. Registration has closed.

  • 28
    Teaching To Kill a Mockingbird
    Online
    Online Course

    A New Approach to Teaching To Kill a Mockingbird

    This course introduces educators to Teaching Mockingbird, which incorporates civic education, ethical reflection, and historical context into a literary exploration of Harper Lee's beloved novel.
    Online
    January 28, 2021 - March 10, 2021
    Event is full. Registration has closed.

Stories about Our Work Worldwide

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Facing History Online Courses Start Teacher in Malaysia on a Journey of Growth

For educators in international schools, like Humanities teacher Ann Whiting, online courses provide an opportunity to discover new publications, teaching methods, and other educators. Read her story.

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Memory and Memorials

Making History: Students in Mexico Open Mobile Holocaust Museum

Students and teachers at the Prepa Ibero School in Mexico City, put the finishing touches on a mobile Holocaust museum. 
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Amsterdam Students Create Walking Tour To Commemorate Holocaust Resistance, Persecution

With help from a Margot Stern Strom Innovation Grant, a teacher turns a dream into reality. 

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Democracy & Civic Engagement

Students in Northern Ireland Bridge Differences Through Facing History

Our work with Corrymeela Community's "Facing Our History, Shaping the Future" initiative inspired two schools to work together across the divisions that dictate so much of Northern Irish life.

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