Remembering Manute Bol, Humanitarian
The son of a Dinka tribal chief, he was given the name Manute, which means ‘special blessing’ and he was indeed special. Bol gave away almost every penny that he had to help those trapped in the civil war in South Sudan, a conflict that has always been far off the radar of American editors and reporters. Continue reading
Seeds of Peace – Asel Asleh
He acknowledged that life in the Middle East showed him many injustices against the Arab people by Israel but feels that “the young man playing baseball against me is not my enemy,” he is a friend. Continue reading
Remembering Dorothy Irene Height
Dr. Height continued throughout her life to work toward a better America for African Americans and women of color — and in the end for all of us. She played such a critical role in our nation’s struggle for social and racial justice. Continue reading
Musical Fight for Civil Rights
Aretha Franklin demanded not only racial but also gender equality in songs like “Think” and “Respect”. Ray Charles and Stevie Wonder challenged barriers set by both race and disability. Continue reading
Paper Clips Project
In this project lays the true essence of the EQUALITY MOVEMENT. We celebrate the courage, passion, and love of these students and educators and the lasting message of remembrance they share with us all. Continue reading
