New York, NY, January 23, 2025 … ADL (the Anti-Defamation League) today welcomed the introduction of a bill in the New York Legislature designed to bring back and strengthen a law prohibiting masked intimidation. The law will protect New Yorkers from harassment, violence and intimidation by people wearing face coverings, which have been exploited in recent months to subject innocent New Yorkers to threats, violence and intimidation. Sponsored by State Senator James Skoufis (D-Cornwall)…
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School District of Philadelphia Agrees to Address Repeated Incidents of Antisemitism New York, NY, December 20, 2024 … The School District of Philadelphia (SDP) has entered into a resolution agreement to take a series of steps to address repeated incidents of antisemitic harassment, bullying and discrimination in response to a federal civil rights complaint filed by ADL (the Anti-Defamation League). Under the terms of the settlement announced yesterday, SDP will undertake a…

Teach students about the history of the N-word, its harm and impact and engage them in exploring school-based scenarios.

This discussion guide about the musical Parade will help middle and high school students and adults reflect upon and discuss the themes and artistic elements of Parade.

Explore with young people the experiences of people with disabilities, the bias and discrimination they face, and the struggle to continue fighting for their rights.

Teach students about disability rights activist Judy Heumann and what work in schools and communities still remains.

Teach students about what disability means, and the tools and accommodations that people with disabilities need.

Engage in a family conversation about accommodations are and why people with disabilities need them.

Use the short evocative videos and films in this lesson plan to engage young people in conversations about identity, diversity, bias and social justice.

Civics Lesson
GRADE LEVEL: High School How Were Youth Involved in the Civil Rights Movement?
Throughout history, young people have stepped up and into leadership roles during different civil rights and social movements. This was never more evident than in the Civil Rights Movement, where young people were on the frontlines of the Montgomery bus boycotts, Freedom Rides and sit-ins. Given that student activism is on the rise again across the U.S., understanding how those young voices…

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Ages:4-8

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Ages:6-9

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Ages:5-10

By Frank Murphy
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By Michael G. Long
Ages:6-9

By Heather Murphy Capps
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By Kelly Fritsch
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