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 policing, how public opinion of the police is changing, what #DefundThePolice actual means.
Join The Center, this Thursday at noon, for a conversation for an honest discussion breaking down the need to talk about race to children.
This program aired Thursday, July 9th, 2020 @ 12 EST Framing racism as a social determinant of public health is not a new idea, however, it has gained support as subsequent protests emerge around the country in response to police killings and the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on communities of color has become clear. In...
This program aired Friday, July 17th, 2020 @ 12 EST Journalism and a free press are at the core of a society’s ability to govern itself. A free press ensures those in power are questioned and held accountable. In recent weeks, we have seen journalists attacked by police or arrested while covering protests. Leaders regularly...
This program aired Friday, July 22nd, 2020 @ 12 EST Join The Center for a conversation with educators and activists exploring the disparities in our education system. As districts make decisions about how to approach the upcoming school year, access to quality education in a safe environment is becoming a more pressing concern. The program...
This program aired Friday, July 24th, 2020 @ 7 EST Join The Center for a virtual happy hour as we break down information about the history of the census, what the purpose of the census is, and why completing the census is incredibly important—especially in marginalized communities. Learn more about the completion of the census...
This program aired Wednesday, July 29th, 2020 @ 7 EST As confusing as this moment is for adults, for children it can be overwhelming — and more so for kids in under-served communities who are dealing not only with the virus but frank conversations about race. How can adults support children best right now —...
This program aired Friday, July 30th, 2020 @ 7 PM EST Visual & performance art give us a language to articulate the most daunting problems of our times and have long been powerful tools of resistance to advocate for human rights. Through art and music, creators can carry ideas to communities and encourage others to...
This program aired Wednesday, August 6th, 2020 @ 7 PM EST This hybrid fiction-documentary engaged the services of two actual legal teams to create a rigorous, legally based fictional—yet unscripted—trial that never happened for one of the nation’s most disturbing tragedies. (Content warning: This film contains content that some viewers may find disturbing.) Learn more...
This program aired Friday, August 7th, 2020 @ 12 EST The Campaign for Equal Dignity hosted a town-hall with scholars, activists, community leaders, and engaged citizens to discuss our country's serious eviction problem and discuss strategies for combating this crisis while exploring the ways COVID-19’s economic impacts have exacerbated this issue. We are extremely proud...
This program aired Friday, August 14th, 2020 @ 12 EST Join The Center for a discussion on voter suppression in the United States. This panel will explore the impact of the Voting Rights Act as well as the dismantling of the Voting Rights Act by the Supreme Court decision in 2013. The panel will also...
This program aired Wednesday, August 19th, 2020 @ 7 PM EST The National Center for Civil and Human Rights, in partnership with The American Issues Initiative, invites you to a virtual discussion of the feature documentary, “Rigged: The Voter Suppression Playbook”. Mac Heller, Co-Executive Producer of “Rigged”, Billy Michael Honor, Director of Faith Organizing at...