Whether or not we are conscious of it, even our mundane behaviors and actions are greatly influenced by systems of power. How do we define power? What does it look like in action? What seen and unseen power dynamics affect our daily lives?
Understanding power
The Purpose of Power
Alicia Garza’s journey from a heartfelt message to co-founding the #BlackLivesMatter movement reveals the evolving nature of activism in today’s world. Drawing on decades of experience, she offers a fresh approach to organizing that centers inclusivity and collective awakening for lasting social change.
Alicia Garza
The Cost of Division with Heather McGhee
Why are African Americans getting hit the hardest by the coronavirus? How racially motivated politics end up creating bad economic policy? An interesting discussion about the true cost of a racially divided nation.
Why Is This Happening? with Chris Hayes
To Equalize Power Among Us
This guiding document may help equalize relations and create a context that embraces diversity.
Tools for Change
Five Faces of Oppression
Better understand oppression and how it affects humanity.
Iris Marion Young
SWITCH PATHWAYS
GROW COMMUNITY
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