Lizzie from Khan Academy Understanding Systemic Racism: What to read and watch now

Dear members of the Khan Academy community,

We believe education can be an important catalyst for self reflection, personal learning, and systemic change. And we view it as our duty to educate ourselves and our community. To that end, we've curated a series of videos and articles about Black history and culture that we'd like to share with you.

The Black community faces deep inequity and racism. We can better understand why by learning about our shared history. Knowing about the events, people, and ideas that shaped our country can empower people and inspire change.

Learn about Black history, politics, and culture with Khan Academy.

For additional information, watch these videos from Homeroom with Sal and Common Sense Media:

•	A Path to Ending Systemic Racism with Sal & Bill Lewis, former NAACP Legal Defense and Education Fund co-chair • Bill Lewis discusses the social transformation we are experiencing and ways we can move forward to more equality.
•	A Discussion With Sal About Systemic Racism • Sal spoke to our community about the broad reaches of systemic racism. He shared personal reflections and stories about friends who have experienced racial profiling.
•	Homeroom With Sal & the Mayor of San Jose, California • Mayor Sam Liccardo talked with Sal about the ways regional leaders across government, the private sector, and nonprofits are working together to move forward.
•	Helping Kids Process Violence, Trauma, and Race in a World of Nonstop News • Common Sense Media’s conversation with child development experts on how to support kids, and each other, through challenging times.

We hope this information can help inform and enlighten.

Please know that we’re here to support you,
The Khan Academy team