From the new Fall 2023 magazine, LFJ highlights the Q&A with Angela Glover Blackwell and feature "Educating for Democracy."

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September 26, 2023
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** Paving the Way to a Vibrant Multiracial Democracy
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“Teaching and learning about race, racialized power dynamics, the freedom struggles of our ancestors, and multiracial organizing and citizen engagement are essential if democracy is to succeed in our multiracial society. The nation—the world—has never had a flourishing democracy within the context of profound difference. Yet a multiracial democracy is the only kind of democracy that will succeed in the United States.” —Angela Glover Blackwell

In this exclusive interview, ([link removed]) Angela Glover Blackwell, PolicyLink’s founder in residence, shares her thoughts on the role of civics literacy in building a vibrant multiracial democracy.
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** Educating for Democracy
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In this new magazine feature, ([link removed]) writer Anthony Conwright explores how effective civics literacy develops critical thinkers who can connect history and current events to engage in democratic action for building an equitable and just society. The essential task in responsible “action civics” education is guiding students to develop questions about their surroundings and lived experience.

“The way to get students to learn about the power of government and civics is through issues that affect their own lives.”
—Ann Beeson

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** [Video] A Conversation With Margaret Huang
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In this new video interview, ([link removed]) Margaret Huang, president and chief executive officer of the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) and the SPLC Action Fund, took time to share her thoughts with Learning for Justice on the role of public education in building a multiracial, inclusive democracy.

“It is vital in a democracy that young people have the information, the education, the skills that they need to participate fully in the decisions that are going to affect them and their families for the rest of their lives.”
—Margaret Huang


** Hispanic Heritage Month
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** Hispanic Heritage Resources
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National Hispanic Heritage Month is observed in the United States from September 15 through October 15. It’s imperative to respect and uplift the identities of all people year-round, but we also appreciate heritage months that offer a special opportunity to celebrate diverse identities. We offer a few of our favorite resources ([link removed]) to help honor, teach and learn about the vast histories and cultures associated with Hispanic heritage.

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** What We’re Reading
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In Still Dreaming / Seguimos Soñando, author Claudia Guadalupe Martínez and illustrator Magdalena Mora lovingly capture one family’s decision to stay together during the Mexican Repatriation, an undertaught period of history when Mexican Americans were expelled from the United States. (Growing Readers)

“This beautiful bilingual book will remind readers of the resilience and beauty of immigrant families who fight to stay together.” —Courtney Wai

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In Solito: A Memoir, Javier Zamora describes his journey as a 9-year-old from El Salvador to “La USA” to reunite with his parents. The coyote promises the trip will take two weeks, but it stretches into two terrifying months. To survive, Zamora leans on his new family, who encircle him with care and love. (Teens)

“Zamora’s memoir humanizes the perspective of immigrants, particularly child migrants, who undertake dangerous treks into the U.S.” —Courtney Wai

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** Virtual Open Enrollment Workshops ([link removed])
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Learning for Justice is excited to offer 90-minute, interactive, virtual, open-enrollment workshops centered on three resources: Social Justice Standards ([link removed]) , Let’s Talk! ([link removed]) and Speak Up at School ([link removed]) . To learn more about these professional development workshops click here ([link removed]) . The first session begins October 16, so register today!

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