OUR PROGRAMS
Our Programs
Long-term, multi-sector efforts that connect art, policy, and collective imagination to shape public consciousness and national culture.
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The Radical Readz series inspires and educates readers about the history of social justice movements, the challenges facing our communities today, and the ways that we can all make a difference. The books featured in the series are chosen for their thought-provoking content, their relevance to The Gathering’s work, and their potential to spark conversations about social justice.
The Radical Readz series is open to anyone interested in learning more about social justice and getting involved in our work. The books are available to read online or borrow from The Gathering’s library. The series also includes discussion guides and other resources to help readers learn more about the books and the issues they address.
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Revolutionary Reels is a film series created by The Gathering, which screens films that explore the intersection of film and social justice, and it is designed to spark conversation and action around these issues.
The films in the series have covered a wide range of topics, including police brutality, mass incarceration, and the school-to-prison pipeline. They have also featured a diverse range of filmmakers, including Ava DuVernay, John Legend, and Michelle Alexander.
Revolutionary Reels has been praised for its educational and engaging approach to social justice issues. It has also been credited with helping to raise awareness about these issues and to inspire people to take action.
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A national engagement effort centered on Following Harry, the documentary chronicling Harry Belafonte’s final years of mentorship and his legacy in cultural organizing.
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Building the next generation of justice leaders.
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Direct action task forces driving policy change and movement-building.
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Justice University is a training program that teaches people how to become effective organizers and advocates for criminal justice reform. The program is designed to equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and tools they need to make a difference in their communities.
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Our Campaigns
Issue-based mobilizations and policy pushes led by The Gathering and its Justice League NYC|CA task forces to advance concrete reforms.
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