Men Arrested in Philly Starbucks Speak Out

by lindaoppenheim | Apr 19, 2018 | Broadcast, interview, Video

Rashon Nelson and Donte Robinson had been in the Starbucks in Philadelphia two minutes before the barista called 911, precipitating the arrival of the police and the two men’s arrest.  To hear Robin Roberts’ complete interview with them on Good Morning...

Black Marjory Stoneman Douglas students want the movement to include their voices too

by lindaoppenheim | Mar 31, 2018 | Article

“Including black students in the gun violence conversation means broadening the topic from mass shootings to police-involved shootings, said Tifanny Burks, a community organizer with Black Lives Matter Alliance Broward.”  To read Alex Harris’...

The Long History of Black Officers Reforming Policing From Within

by lindaoppenheim | Dec 5, 2017 | Article

Taylor Hosking summarizes the history of black police officers in America and the choices and challenges they face.  To read the complete article, which is part of the  project “The Presence of Justice,” click here.

White Americans Are Still Confused About Racism – Here’s “The Talk” We Need To Have

by lindaoppenheim | Nov 30, 2017 | Article, Video

A few black parents have “the talk” with their children on camera.  Click here to read the article and see the video.  Trigger warning for seeing the tears and fears of children.

Fit the Description: Conversations between Black Men, Civilians and Officers, November 1, 2017

by lindaoppenheim | Oct 29, 2017 | Events

Wednesday, November 1st, 2017, 6:30PM Join the special screening of Fit the Description with the filmmakers on Wednesday, November 1st at the 1867 Sanctuary at Ewing.   Videos from the film series will be shown, with activities and group discussions exploring...