At Facing History, we spend a lot of time thinking about the questions, actions, and choices people worldwide made in the aftermath of violent events throughout history – events ranging from the Armenian Genocide to the Holocaust to the American civil rights movement. This exploration of historical events allows us to both investigate the complexity of the events as well as reflect upon connections to ourselves and today with a grounding of historical understanding.
Moving Beyond the Zimmerman Verdict: Questions for Starting A Constructive Dialogue
Posted by Julia Rappaport on July 24, 2013
Topics: Safe Schools, School Culture, Critical Thinking
I believe “truth” is a very noble goal.
Speaking to realities, acknowledging someone’s experience, debunking myths – I believe that being truthful, and seeking the truth, are defining parts of my identity.
Topics: Safe Schools, Social Media, Media Skills, Bullying, Critical Thinking, Facing Technology
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