Overview: This curriculum aims to explore the multifaceted nature of the Civil Rights Movement, with a particular focus on the role and impact of the Black Panther Party. It seeks to move beyond traditional narratives, by emphasizing the voices and perspectives of those who were directly involved. This curriculum will adhere to the standard that all materials are peer-reviewed, checked, and approved by impacted communities.

Goals:

• To provide students with a nuanced understanding of the Civil Rights Movement, recognizing its diverse strategies and goals.

• To examine the rise of the Black Panther Party and its contributions to the struggle for Black liberation.

• To analyze the social, political, and economic conditions that gave rise to both the Civil Rights Movement and the Black Panther Party.

• To explore the legacy and ongoing relevance of these movements in contemporary society.