Center for Civic Engagement
On Black Out Tuesday, activists all over the world are encouraging individuals to stay off their social media and to educate themselves about the Black Lives Matter movement as well as racism in our society. In response to this, the Center for Civic Engagement wanted to provide a list of resources for our students who want to learn.
Black Lives Matters and Racism in our Society
- "Let's Talk! Discussing Black Lives Matter" Webinar from Teaching Tolerance
- "Why Teaching Black Lives Matter Matters" by Jamilah Pitts
- "A Conversation about Growing Up Black" Video from the New York Times
- "A Conversation with Black Women on Race" Video from the New York Times
- "Who Gets to be Afraid in America" by Ibram X. Kendi
- "Ta-Nehisi Coates on Police Brutality" Interview from Democracy Now
White Privilege
- "Why Talk about Whiteness" by Emily Chiariello
- "White Privilege: Unpacking the Invisible Knapsack" by Peggy McIntosh
- "What is White Privilege Really" by Cory Collins
- "Equity Matters: Confronting Implicit Bias" Webinar from Teaching Tolerance
- "Test Yourself for Hidden Bias" from Teaching Tolerance
- "Let's Talk! Discussing Whiteness" Webinar from Teaching Tolerance
Allyship
- "How to be an Ally if You Are a Person with Privilege" by Frances E. Kendall, PhD
- "Ally Up! Practicing Effective Allyship" from Cornell University
- "How to be an Ally" from Teaching Tolerance
- "For Our White Friends Desiring to be Allies" by Courtney Ariel
Want to stay engaged throughout the summer? The Center for Civic Engagement has you covered, even through the COVID-19 Pandemic. For virtual volunteering opportunities that you can do from home, check out our "Volunteer Opportunities" Tab.
Want to volunteer?
Right now, we are not offering any in-person volunteer opportunities or programs. Check back in on our Cougar Connect page in August for more events!
How do I sign up?
We ask that you sign up through Cougar Connect. You can log in using your MyCharleston username and password. Then, just pick the service event that most appeals to you and RSVP! You'll receive a reminder email the day before the service event.
Still looking for more ways to get involved?
Consider signing up for our Weekly Digest for even more volunteer opportunities. Find instructions on our "Volunteer Opportunities" tab.
Want to learn more about the CCE?
If you are interested in learning about volunteer opportunities, please stop by our office in room 203 of the Lightsey Center, give us a call at 843.953.5838, or email volunteer@cofc.edu.