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JustMedia x Black Nerd Problems presents to you an insightful essay by Omar Holman. Titled ""KRAKOAN ERA X-MEN FAIL TO DO BETTER," this piece delves into the challenges faced by our beloved mutants in their quest for improvement.

Dive into the essay and join the conversation as we unravel the intricate layers of the Krakoan Era X-Men narrative. Let's dissect, discuss, and discover the untold stories together!
Don't miss out—https://justmedia.org/krakoan-era-x-men-fail-to-do-better: Read the Essay Now "

Calling All Advocates for Justice Reform!

What innovative ideas do you have to transform our justice system and make it more fair and inclusive?

Watch here: https://justmedia.org/video/ted-talk-am-i-not-human-call-criminal-justice-reform

Your insights matter! Join the movement for reform by sharing your thoughts below. Let's collaborate to build a system that truly serves and uplifts every individual in our communities.
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Explore the profound impact of global incarceration with "Incarceration Nations: A Global Docuseries." From Tribeca to communities worldwide, join our global tour! Study guides, episode downloads, and a social media toolkit are now available. Let's spark conversations in schools and communities everywhere. Share within your networks and be part of the dialogue!

Click the link: https://justmedia.org/curriculum/incarceration-nations-global-docuseries

JustMedia | media literacy for community justice WE ARE: CREATORS | ADVOCATES | STORYTELLERS | ARCHIVISTS

Myth vs. Fact: Criminal Justice Edition

Myth: Longer prison sentences always result in safer communities.

Fact: Research shows that the length of sentences is not always correlated with increased community safety. Investing in rehabilitation, addressing root causes, and community-based alternatives often yield better outcomes. Let's rethink our approach to create a more effective and just system.

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Engage in a thorough exploration with our designed toolkit, specifically crafted to augment your understanding of the enlightening YouTube video, "What is Transformative Justice?" by Barnard Center for Research on Women. Featuring the esteemed voices of adrienne maree brown, Mia Mingus, Stas Schmiedt, Ann Russo, Esteban Kelly, Martina Kartman, Priya Rai, and Shira Hassan, this resource is purposefully structured for a sophisticated 1-hour classroom lesson, an interactive educational workshop, or a thought-provoking film screening talk-back.

Immerse yourself in the wealth of knowledge within the curriculum here: https://justmedia.org/curriculum/justmedia-transformative-healing-justice-curriculum

Tailored to facilitate insightful conversations, our toolkit empowers you to navigate the nuanced aspects of transformative justice. Join us on this educational journey!

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JustMedia | media literacy for community justice WE ARE: CREATORS | ADVOCATES | STORYTELLERS | ARCHIVISTS

JustMedia’s new curriculum guides critical conversations about the criminal justice system, accompanying Deanna Van Buren’s TED Talk envisioning a world without prisons.

Designed for a 1-hour classroom lesson or workshop, the toolkit builds an understanding of the impacts of mass incarceration, particularly on communities of color.

First-person narratives and data unpack the roots of systemic racism in policing and prisons. Discussion questions encourage reimagining justice.

Explore the Mass Incarceration Curriculum and transform perspectives on reform: https://justmedia.org/curriculum/justmedia-mass-incarceration-curriculum

Myth Busting Racism:

A common myth about racism is that it ended in the past with milestones like the Civil Rights Act. But the facts show racism persists:

Data shows Black Americans still face discrimination in housing, banking, health care, employment, education, and justice.
Voting restrictions disproportionately disenfranchise minority voters.
Studies reveal unconscious racial bias continues to impact people of color negatively.
Hate crimes and racist rallies reveal extremism is on the rise.
Racism has evolved but still impacts society today. Acknowledging modern discrimination is key to dismantling racism. Progress requires truth.

JustMedia is proud to partner with POWERHOUSE Residency, an organization providing transformative retreat space for Black women, women of color, and non-binary artists and activists.

Powerhouse's mission is to give these creators a nature-immersed place outside NYC to recharge and reconnect with their inner power, free from daily stressors and oppression.

By collaborating, JustMedia and Powerhouse Residency hope to further their shared goals of amplifying marginalized voices, nurturing empowerment, and driving social change through art, media, and community.
Learn more about the inspiring work of Powerhouse giving women of color strength, renewal, and freedom to create: https://www.powerhouseresidency.org/

JustMedia is shining a light on disability justice with a powerful curriculum guide based on the acclaimed Netflix film Crip Camp. This curriculum should be used as a toolkit for critical analysis of how disability is portrayed in media and culture. Through these media literacy resources, we can better understand the need for equity and justice for people with disabilities.

Crip Camp chronicles the revolution of disabled teens in the 1970s that fought for inclusion and accessibility, sparking a broader movement. The lesson plan follows and builds on the film's themes — examining harmful stereotypes and uplifting empowering stories showcasing the disability community’s humanity.

JustMedia inspires advocating for change — “Disabled people are the true experts of their experiences.”
Explore the curriculum at https://justmedia.org/curriculum/justmedia-disability-justice

This month's curriculum is a toolkit to be used alongside Matt Nadel and Megan Plotka's documentary film, Liberation for Black Trans Women. TW: this film highlights the difficult topic of survival s*x work.

In the documentary, a group of Black trans women share their experience with and around the CANS law, Lousiana's Crime Against Nature Law by Solicitation — a law that specifically targets the lives of Black and POC women of color. They discuss how discrimination limits their means of existence and how survival s*x work is often mandatory to stay alive.

During a guided discussion, we ask you to consider what steps can be taken to create a more equitable society and how we can push back on discriminatory policies like the CANS law.

Explore this month's educational toolkit that accompanies Matt Nadel and Megan Plotka's powerful documentary, "Liberation for Black Trans Women," and take a stand against discriminatory policies like the CANS law — Louisiana's Crime Against Nature Law by Solicitation that specifically targets the lives of Black and POC Trans women of color. Engage in impactful conversation and deepen your understanding of the challenges faced by Trans-Black and POC women of color and the difficult topic of survival s*x work.

We encourage you to utilize this curriculum as a tool and guide within a workshop setting. Visit https://justmedia.org/curriculum/justmedia-gender-equity to access the toolkit and other educational resources. Remember, user login creation is free and required to unlock the full potential of our curriculum database. Empower yourself with knowledge and become a catalyst for positive change.

JustMedia is an open-access media literacy tool dedicated to challenging the criminal legal system through the art of anti-carceral storytelling. In conjunction with curated curricula, our media archive is designed to support systemic reform by platforming existing films and other storytelling media — we believe education is the key to reforming unjust systems. Explore our archive at www.justmedia.org.

The heart and soul of JustMedia beats with the stories of its dedicated team. Each member carries a unique narrative of resilience, passion, and purpose that fuels their commitment to activism and social justice. Together, we unite our individual journeys to amplify voices, inspire change, and create a brighter, more equitable future for all. Our stories motivate us, but our shared vision empowers us. 🌟💪

🗣️✊ In the arts, as in life, we must courageously navigate the challenging waters of hard conversations. It's imperative that we delve into the realms of abolition, black history, and Caribbean history, and create a safe, inclusive space for these vital dialogues to flourish. By doing so, we honour the resilience, creativity, and diversity of voices that have shaped our world. Let's be the catalysts for change through meaningful discourse within the arts. 🎨📚🌟

An emotional journey through 'My Mother Mary' by Kayko Donald (). 🎥🌟

This film beautifully explores the depths of love, family, and the unique bonds that shape our lives. This touching film reminds us that the most profound stories often unfold within the warmth of our own homes. A heartfelt journey that will tug at your heartstrings.

Don't miss this captivating cinematic experience and Kayko's upcoming projects highlighting Grenada. 🍿❤️

It's really that simple. Whether it's unpaid prison labor or the egregious cost of prison communication, the exploitation of incarcerated people is a policy choice. The good news is that means we can stop it. Join us

Unlocking New Beginnings: Safe and stable housing is the key to empowering previously incarcerated women as they rebuild their lives, reunite with loved ones, and embrace fresh opportunities for a brighter future. 🏡💪🌟

Angela Yee, discussed "Building A Wealth Legacy" and how she is assisting women who have served time in prison to achieve success through the development of 30-unit building in Midtown Detroit, Michigan.

This month's curriculum guide accompanies the documentary film PUSHOUT by Monique W. Morris and Jacoba Atlas - an exploration into the lives of Black Girls and the challenges they face through systemic oppression and disproportionate punishment they experience in the US education system.

What steps can adults, educators, and administrators take to create a safer, more inclusive learning environment for Black girls?

Guiding lights, strength, and love – mothers play an indispensable role in shaping the destinies of black men.

From their hearts to our souls, black mothers instil resilience, wisdom, and pride in their sons. 🌹

This curriculum is the product of a convening of over 20 black-led base-building organizations that came together to discuss the implications of bail and bail reform on black communities across the country.

A subset of convening participants formed a working group that developed this curriculum. We understand bail as a limited, but necessary step, towards ending the mass criminalization and incarceration of our communities. Together we seek to ensure that communities most impacted by oppressive policing and incarceration are centred as experts in formulating alternatives to pretrial detention and incarceration.

🌍 Embracing Community for Justice: Ending Mass Incarceration Together 🤝✊🔓

Community and the support of organizations are vital in the fight for justice and the end of mass incarceration. It is through collective efforts and shared commitment that we can dismantle the systemic barriers that perpetuate a broken criminal justice system.

Together, we can challenge the notion of incarceration as the default response and advocate for measures that address the root causes of crime, such as poverty, inequality, and lack of access to education and mental health support.

Let us come together as a community, offering support, understanding, and opportunities for growth. By joining forces with justice-oriented organizations, we can amplify our impact, advocate for reform, and pave the way for a more equitable and compassionate society that prioritizes the well-being and empowerment of all.

This curriculum has been created as a toolkit and guide to accompany Monster, a film by Anthony Mandler. The curriculum is specifically designed for a 1-hour classroom lesson, educational workshop experience, or film screening talk-back.