Webinar: History and Contemporary Realities of Black Communities in Maine

Details

Participants will learn about the history of slavery and racism in Maine, including the role of eugenics and the term Vacationland. Presenters will talk about our shared ancestry and how slavery has impacted the way the world functions today. Participants will also learn specific examples of racism and how it plays out in communities.

At the end of the webinar, participants will be able to:

• Describe how Maine’s history with slavery has impacted genocide, immigration, disinformation and racism in American culture.
• Describe the hidden history of black communities in Maine.

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