Learning for Justice

Learning for Justice magazine’s Fall 2024 Issue, Dialogue Across Difference, is coming Oct. 21, 2024! As a preview, enjoy and share this magazine Perspectives article in which LFJ Director Jalaya Liles Dunn emphasizes that “We increase our power to foster change when we are in community with one another – deliberating, deciding and taking action.” Stay tuned for more when LFJ magazine publishes Oct. 21! lfj.pub/LFJ6-Perspectives #education, #socialjustice, #parenting,

From Learning for Justice magazine's Mosaic department, this first of four Q&A articles and videos features Charles Person, the youngest of the original Freedom Riders of 1961, who inspires us to make responsible choices and become involved in civic and political action for the good of society. Read, watch the video, share and stay tuned for more when LFJ magazine publishes Oct. 21! Learn more: https://lfj.pub/4h9424N #education, #socialjustice, #parenting

Being discerning about the information around us is important, especially during elections. As our access to information from a variety of media sources has increased, the benefits of wider exposure are being undermined by a media landscape filled with polarized messaging, manipulated content, disinformation and propaganda. Rhetoric and catchphrases – especially about complex and divisive issues – are abundant and often attempt to reduce complex concerns to simplified and biased explanations. Learning for Justice's newest learning resource offers practical tips for recognizing and resisting disinformation to help you spread accurate information, both online and offline. Learn more and share: https://lfj.pub/3Y2uTXQ #educators, #socialjustice, #parenting

“All children deserve their childhood. However, Kaia Rolle was robbed of hers when she was arrested as a 6-year-old first grader. The same traumatic experience can still happen to any 7-year-old in Florida today.” This Youth Justice Action Month, commit with us to work toward transforming harmful systems and creating more supportive communities in which all young people can thrive.  In this new Only Young Once report, the Southern Poverty Law Center explores the scope and impact of youth incarceration and ways Florida can reform and disrupt these systems. Learn more: https://bit.ly/47Mxtpm #education, #socialjustice

Through learning that teaches honest history, introduces servant leadership (an approach that focuses on leadership in service of the community) and eases entry into the movement for justice, Youth Learning for Justice aims to help young people realize their power to shape the future. This Youth Justice Action Month, commit with us to work toward transforming harmful systems and creating more supportive communities in which all young people can thrive. Learn more: lfj.pub/youth-lfj #education, #socialjustice, #parenting

Learning for Justice continues to support education justice and recognizes educators as valued members of communities. We invite educators to remain a vital part of the larger dialogue and learning, which is critical to building a more inclusive democracy. Subscribe to our newsletter for new resources and opportunities to engage with us: lfj.pub/newsletter #education, #socialjustice

"On Nov. 5, millions of people in the United States will use their hard-won right to vote. We, the ordinary citizens, will decide the future of our communities, states and country." Our Votes Matter, a new learning journey in Learning for Justice's Civics for Democracy series, offers resources for planning your participation in the upcoming election process. At this crucial moment in our nation’s history, all our votes matter. Learn more about this NEW series: lfj.pub/civics #education, #socialjustice, #humanrights

"The intensification of book bans and challenges – both in schools and public libraries – threatens our democracy by limiting learning about diverse experiences. Being able to read stories where we see ourselves reflected, come to understand experiences and identities beyond our own, and value our humanity is crucial to being able to dialogue and work together." Learn about Learning for Justice's book reviews and stories to encourage reading this Banned Books Week. https://lnkd.in/g7MQgDVv #education, #parenting, #socialjustice, #publishing

At this crucial moment in our nation’s history, all our votes matter. Act now in planning and ensuring your ability to vote. This NEW Learning for Justice resource provides action steps for participating in the upcoming election process. "On Nov. 5, millions of people in the United States will use their hard-won right to vote. We, the ordinary citizens, will decide the future of our communities, states and country." Learn and share these action steps for voting. #education, #socialjustice, #parenting

Introducing LFJ’s Learning Center, our new online popular education space for everyone (adults, youth and children), offering learning for civic and political action. The Learning Center continues our Community Justice Sites programming in our Southern states and extends our resources to a national audience. This new landing page and menu provides links to Learning for Justice's new learning resources and series. lfj.pub/learningcenter #education, #socialjustice, #humanrights, #parenting