A turbulent few years in American politics have left the media's role in democracy shaken, allowing ever greater space for disinformation to flourish. What will it take to restore a sense of shared purpose through shared facts, and to ultimately revive a stronger democratic system? Moderator: Jeanne Meserve, Freelance Journalist, Member, Transatlantic Commission on Election...
Program Schedule
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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Join The Center as we explore the history of voting suppression with the Center's own Jasmine Waters-Page and then learn how citizens can take action against recent legislation and how to navigate the new laws with Fair Fight's Hillary Holley.
Our environment needs us! Join The Center for an in-depth discussion on the interconnection between Environmental Justice and Race. With our incredible panelists, we will explore the ways environmental and health inequities irregularly affect minority communities and discuss the role race plays in these inequities. Let’s look towards the future – How can youth involvement...
Race and ethnicity have major implications on health outcomes for people of color in America. Racial disparities have always been present, and the pandemic has put the inequity in stark view—from exposure on the job for lower-wage workers to lack of access to health care (especially PPE and vaccines) to the emergence of Long Covid....
America’s voting infrastructure has suffered everything from cyber attacks to political interference in recent years. To what extent is the U.S. prepared for the next round of challenges, and what can be done to shore up election security and integrity for many years to come? Panelists: Amber McReynolds, Founding CEO for the National Vote...
Through Destination Dance Ailey Atlanta, The National Center for Civil and Human Rights and Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater partner on a moving International Day of the Girl 2021 interactive event to encourage young women to join in the dance and share their unique voices. The virtual program is centered around Alvin Ailey’s iconic masterpiece...
Join Equitable Dinners for the next Equitable Dinners: Lift Every Voice on Sunday, October 17, 2021, for Radical Inclusion: The Work of Disability Justice. The evening will start with a play, followed by small group facilitated conversations. As we navigate social distancing, it's easy to be overwhelmed about which issues still need our attention right...
Julius Rosenwald and Booker T. Washington forged one of the earliest collaborations between Jews and African Americans to create schools throughout the nation for black children who had no access to publicly funded education. From 1912 to 1937, the Rosenwald schools program built 4,978 schools for African American children across fifteen southern and border states....
To kick off Trans Awareness Week, the National Center for Civil and Human Rights is hosting a conversation about what safety, freedom, and equity mean for the transgender community in the face of rising anti-trans legislation. In 33 states, more than 100 bills have been introduced that restrict transgender rights -- on issues ranging from...
If a democracy is only as healthy as its parts, then the people participating in it are its beating heart. What will it take to reimagine and revive civic engagement, from reviving national service to diversifying the political talent pipeline? Panelists: TBA "Reimagining American Democracy" is a monthly virtual series that will address these very...
It’s been proven that when diversity, equity, and inclusion is made a priority, every aspect of an organization benefits. However, a large gap remains between what companies are saying and the action taken to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion among their employees. DEI has become an integral part of workplace. Employers must keenly work to...
Join us Thursday, December 16 for the Reimagining American Democracy series' seventh and final episode, on the subject of “Democracy in America, Democracy in the World.” This event will feature Deval Patrick, former governor of Massachusetts, Ibram X. Kendi, founding director of the Boston University Center for Antiracist Research, and Anders Fogh Rasmussen, former NATO...