After successful completion of the course students should be able to:

• Engage in critical thinking to evaluate culturally based assumptions that underlie the modern concepts of race and racism.
• Communicate effectively about the defining moments in the development of race-based ideas as well as anti-racist strategizing.
• Learn ways to be an ally and stand in solidarity with the Black community who are impacted by racism 

I have planned and taught community forums and workshops that discussed racism, discrimination and other social issues topics. I have taught middle school students the importance of being an agent of change by analyzing a social issue of their choice and creating a community event that addressed the issue. Ultimately, my goal is for my workshop to allow students to know that they have power and they can choose to use their power to empower others.

I understand that this is a very sensitive topic, therefore I promote a safe and supportive environment where students feel comfortable engaging in group activities

We will refer to the history of the civil rights movement and Black Lives Matter movement throughout the duration of the course.