The National Center for Civil and Human Rights offers ongoing programming for everyone — young professionals, families with children, students, and adults. With both virtual and in-person programs, there is something for everyone. Learn more about what we have to offer below.
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Be amongst the first educators to learn about Learning for Justice’s newest framework for 9-12th grade, Teaching the Civil Rights Movement. This two-day workshop will introduce you to the content of the framework and provide you with ideas on how to implement it into your practice.
Join award-winning journalist Condace Pressley (WSB-TV) as she moderates a conversation between playwright, director, and producer Nikki Toombs and Gary Spencer, Senior Counsel for the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund. Toombs will share excerpts from her new play, Courageous Steps: Bridging the Gap for Equality, which examines the impact of Brown v. Board of...
The Center’s DEI Experience Initiative is hosting “Civility in our Communities,” an interactive lunch-and-learn that aims to foster positive workplace change. This month's forum will explore the inspiring response of Brunswick, GA, to the tragic murder of Ahmaud Arbery, highlighting the community's efforts to prevent violence and ensure justice for the perpetrators. Join trained facilitators...
Celebrate Pride Month at our three-day Symposium, aimed at mobilizing communities across Georgia and the South to empower the next generation of leaders. Starting with an opening reception and keynote at NCCHR, the event continues with a second day of dynamic workshops on mentorship and youth support that center Black women and parents of LGBTQIA+...
Our next Cup of Truth welcomes Kellie Carter Jackson, professor of Africana Studies at Wellesley College, to Black Coffee Atlanta. Professor Jackson will discuss her latest book, We Refuse: A Forceful History of Black Resistance, which focuses on the pivotal role of Black women in resistance movements throughout history. This special event will feature a...
When a child can’t read, their risk of incarceration, homelessness, and unemployment increases. Oakland-based NAACP activist Kareem Weaver believes literacy is one of the greatest civil rights issues of our time. Join us for a screening of The Right to Read, a documentary from executive producer Levar Burton. The film follows Weaver, two American families,...
Celebrate Juneteenth at The Center with inspiring activities and educational programs for the entire family that honor the historic day of emancipation. Immerse yourself in the rich history of the fight for freedom and explore how these struggles shape our world today. Juneteenth will be celebrated on Saturday June 15, Sunday June 16, and Wednesday...
You’re invited to Truth on The Rocks, where we combine dancing, cocktails, and conversation to connect events of history to today. After all, who said history wasn’t fun? Want to grab a drink and explore our galleries while celebrating The Center's 10th anniversary? Purchase your tickets online! Tickets: $20 in advance, $25 at the door...
Take advantage of a special treat at The Center, courtesy of The Home Depot Foundation. We’re hosting a Free Admission Day to thank our community for a decade of support. Don’t miss this chance to explore our exhibits and commemorate this significant milestone with us! Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Reserve your...
Continue celebrating our anniversary weekend with a special $10 admission rate. Secure your tickets early, as they are issued on a first-come, first-served basis.
Spark a love for civics in your child at Kidspiration 2024! Playwright Nikki Toombs presents a captivating short play "The Next King" where rainforest animals elect their new leader. This interactive theatrical experience introduces children ages 3–12 to the principles of civic engagement and voting, inspiring them to see themselves as future changemakers. Reserve your...
Come see The Next King, an hour-long musical that teaches kids aged 3 to 12 about the importance of voting. Nikki Toombs's funny, interactive, FREE show transports you to a rainforest where the king, a lion, grapples with how to choose the next leader. Enjoy art activities throughout the day as part of The Center's...