In this lesson plan, students take a test to uncover hidden biases, research the struggles of people who are discriminated against, and reflect on their committment to their beliefs and how they arrived at their own convictions.
In this lesson plan, students explore the origins of civil rights and the evolution of our idea of rights, using "Brother Outsider" and Bayard Rustin's life experience as a focus.
This discussion guide provides questions to supplement
the film, an article by Bayard Rustin, and resources
for further learning. (Adobe
Acrobat required).
This multimedia resource list provides a range of perspectives
on the issues raised by "Brother Outsider: The
Life of Bayard Rustin." (Adobe
Acrobat required).
Photo credits: (1) Courtesy of the Estate of Bayard
Rustin (2) Courtesy of the Fellowship of Reconciliation (3) Courtesy of
the Estate of Bayard Rustin (4) National Archives