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Understanding Race, Equity & Inclusion

"Being an antiracist requires persistent self-awareness, constant self-criticism, and regular self-examination." - Ibram X. Kendi

Use the resources below to start an honest internal dialog or conversation about Race, Equity and Inclusion and really get to know yourself, your neighbors and your community.

Looking for personalized recommendations or additional resources? Call us at 803-799-9084 for assistance. 


READ

Books give us a window into other people’s lives, and allow us to explore someone’s story that is different than your own. Below you will find a variety of recommendations from both Richland Library staff as well as valued and trusted community resources. We are also happy to provide customized reading recommendations just for you. Just call us at 803-799-9084.

Staff Recommendations

Spark a Conversation

Fiction Books About Racism Against African Americans

Becoming Actively Antiracist

We Too Sing America Book Cover

Race Matters

Nonfiction Picks on African American History

Listening Tubes at Eastover

Diverse Books for Children & Teens

Genesis Begins Again Cover Art

#OwnVoices

Me and White Supremacy

Conversation Starters

Community Recommendations
A Map is Only One Story Cover

Hoopla's Conversations on Race

We Are Kid Lit Collective

We Are Kid Lit Collective

We March Book Cover

Library Journal's Antiracist Reading and Viewing

We Need Diverse Books

We Need Diverse Books Summer Reading Series

Overdrive's list

Overdrive's 13 Books About Race You Should Read Right Now

WATCH

From documentaries to feature films, TED Talks and news clips, we can learn a lot by watching. Below you will find a variety of recommendations from both Richland Library staff as well as valued and trusted community resources. We are also happy to provide customized recommendations just for you. Just call us at 803-799-9084.

Ted Talks List

TED Talks to Help You Understand Racism in America

Talking to Children

How to Raise Kids to Be Anti-Racist and Talk to Them About Racism

Mira Royal Detective

8 Inclusive Shows for the Whole Family to Watch

Book Cover

Addressing Racial Injustice with Young Children Webinar

Films That Address Racial Equity and Inclusion

LISTEN

There are an array of local and national organizations and thought leaders who work every day to enhance race, equity and inclusion in America. Follow along to listen to and learn from what they have to say. 

Local & National Organizations

Justice 360 SC

Modjeska Simkins School

Modjeska Simkins School

(c) SC Black Pride

South Carolina Black Pride

(c) PASOs

PASOs

SC Appleseed Legal Justice Center

Black Lives Matter

Thought Leaders
Dr. Nicole Cooke

Dr. Nicole A. Cooke, Augusta Baker Endowed Chair

The Creator of #OwnVoices

Corrine Duyvis, #OwnVoices Creator

Jason Reynolds

Jason Reynolds, National Ambassador for Young People's Literature

Dr. Jennifer Eberhardt, Social Psychologist

Ibram X. Kendi, Author & Guggenheim Fellow

Dr. Heather Hackman, Social Justice Educator & Consultant

Dr. Heather Hackman, Social Justice Educator & Consultant

Podcasts
Code Switch

Code Switch

Conversations Podcast

A Conversation About Conversations About Race

Pod Save the People

Native American Calling Podcast

Native American Calling

Teaching Hard History Podcast

Teaching Hard History

1619 Podcast from The New York Times

1619

Community Voices

Richland Library's Let's Talk Race team invites you to share resources that will help our community engage in discussions about race, challenge racism, and learn more about how we can move the needle towards racial equity. Have something you'd like to add to the Padlet? Click on the + at the top of the column you'd like to add to and use the link icon to hyperlink to an article or website. All suggested additions will be reviewed by our editorial team prior to being posted. Listen & Contribute

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DISCUSS

Talking about race matters--and while hard, it is important and necessary. Use the tools below to guide conversations with your peers as well as your families and friends. 

Let's Talk About Race Activity

National Museum of African American History & Culture: Talking About Race

Book group meets discuss latest read

Let's Talk Race Book Group

Parents, Caregivers & Educators
Two little girls reading at Edgewood

Talking With Children About Racism, Police Brutality and Protests

Father and son pick out books at Edgewood

10 Tips for Reading Picture Books with Children through a Race-Conscious Lens

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Confronting Racism at an Early Age

Check Out a Diverse Book Set for Your Family

Talking to Children About Tragedy

Resources

KidLit Rally 4 Black Lives: Anti-Racist Resources for Children, Families, and Educators

Amanda Gorman Reads "Talking Gets us There"

“Talking Gets Us There” by Amanda Gorman

Going Home With Daddy Book Cover

Dinner Table Talks

REMEMBER

As we move the conversation forward on race, equity and inclusion, it's important to look back at the historical elements that contribute to these important dialogues and shape our various experience as Americans. 

EJI's A History of Racial Injustice Calendar

A Shameful History: Looking Back at Police Brutality in Our Community

Columbia SC 63

Columbia SC 63: Civil Rights Timeline

Ethel and son, Charles, Bolden from Richland Library Archive

Oral Histories from Richland Library

ACT

Ready to move the conversation forward on race, equity and inclusion? Below are some ways you can take action right now in your community. 

Get your voting machine questions answered

Vote

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Support Black & Minority Owned Businesses

Learn About #8CantWait

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