Protests over the killing of George Floyd have struck a global chord. Across the African continent, they have sparked not only demonstrations, but also a new examination of the roles of race, colonialism and exploitation through the...

The subject of race can be very touchy. As finance executive Mellody Hobson says, it's a "conversational third rail." But, she says, that's exactly why we need to start talking about it. In this engaging, persuasive talk, Hobson makes...

In addition to being a serious social issue, racism is also a serious challenge to public health. In fact, over the last year and a half, dozens of cities have declared racism a public health crisis - and today, we here at SciShow will...

With his signature resolve, former US President Jimmy Carter dives into three unexpected reasons why the mistreatment of women and girls continues in so many manifestations in so many parts of the world, both developed and developing....

Leah Litman, a professor at the University of Michigan Law School and co-host of the Strict Scrutiny podcast, introduces her book Lawless: How the Supreme Court Runs on Conservative Grievance, Fringe Theories, and Bad Vibes. She explains...

Meet Jackie Robinson, the brave baseball player who broke the color barrier in Major League Baseball. In 1947, he became the first Black player to play in the major leagues, facing unfair treatment with courage and strength. Jackie...

The Reconstruction Acts aimed to unify the United States after the Civil War by readmitting Southern states and addressing racial inequalities, but their impact was all too brief.

The 14th Amendment, ratified in 1868, redefined American liberty by ensuring citizenship rights, due process, and equal protection under the law, marking a pivotal shift during Reconstruction.

The mid-1800s saw diverse groups moving into the American interior. While this fueled U.S. growth, it also displaced Indigenous peoples, whose struggles continue today.

The Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 barred Chinese immigration into the United States, the first time the U.S. government had barred an ethnic group, leading to decades of injustice.

The Civil Rights Act of 1875 aimed to protect the rights of African Americans, but was struck down in 1883, paving the way for racial segregation across the South.

In the summer of 1919, racial tensions erupted into violence across the United States, as African American veterans and communities stood up against racial oppression to fight for fairness and justice.

The Great Migration saw over a million African Americans relocate from the South to urban areas in the North, sparking significant cultural and social change.

The Thirteenth Amendment abolished slavery in the United States in 1865. But it was just the beginning of a long fight for equality and civil rights.

The Triangular Trade was a complex system of human trafficking spanning three continents. Between the 16th and 19th centuries, it saw millions of Africans transported to the Americas.

Learn about the famous Brooklyn Dodgers baseball player, Jackie Robinson, and his struggle against racial segregation and discrimination throughout his life.

This video explores the origins and effects of Black Codes, a series of laws aimed at restricting the rights and freedoms of Black freedmen and women in the southern states. Learn how these laws maintained oppressive structures and...

Learn how historical and systemic practices, like redlining and housing covenants, have contributed to ongoing housing disparities for Black families in the United States. Discover potential solutions, such as stricter enforcement of the...

Explore the story of Bruce's Beach, where the return of land to the Bruce family's descendants marks a pivotal moment in the conversation about reparations. Learn how this example, along with initiatives like those in Evanston,...

This video explores the early life of Thurgood Marshall, from his upbringing in Baltimore and his education at Lincoln University and Howard University Law School. Discover how his personal experiences with racial discrimination...

This video explores the events leading up to the civil rights protests in Selma, Alabama, highlighting the challenges African-Americans faced in registering to vote. Learn about the efforts of Martin Luther King Jr. and other leaders...

Explore the pivotal role of the 15th Amendment in shaping the democratic landscape of the United States. Enacted as the third of the Reconstruction Amendments post-Civil War, this amendment aimed to safeguard the voting rights of all...

The Voting Rights Act of 1965 tackled voter suppression in the United States. While it significantly increased the registration of Black voters, it was not without controversy.

The Selma to Montgomery March was one of the most important actions of the Civil Rights Movement – but what were the connections between Black Americans and Hawaiians and why did the leaders wear Hawaiian necklaces?