Published on Jan 28, 2026 by School Library Journal
Civil Rights Teaching, a project of Teaching for Change, is featured as a resource in Banned Books and the Cost of Censorship, a course developed by Ashley Hope Pérez, an author and associate professor at Ohio State University.
Teaching for Change’s deputy director Keesha Ceran is quoted emphasizing that the organization is “committed to defending educators’ right to teach truth, defending educators who are committed to not lying to students about history.” The coverage highlights Teaching for Change’s participation in the Zinn Education Project’s Teach Truth Day of Action, where Ceran led a march from the National Museum of African American History and Culture to the National Museum of the American Indian.
Teaching for Change’s deputy director Nakeesha J. Ceran is quoted explaining that this year’s Teach Truth Day of Action’s focus extends beyond book bans to address “the deep concerted effort to undermine all spaces and sites of public education” while emphasizing the importance of teaching “the truth about the history of all Americans.”
Published on April 3, 2025 by The Washington Informer
“We’re going to need to defend not only teaching truthfully about U.S. history in pre-K through 12th grade, but also [in] museums that help teach that history to people from all over the world who come to visit Washington, D.C. The future of this country depends on what people understand about history. If they don’t understand that history, then it’s so much easier for them to [embrace the] divide-and-conquer politics of our current administration.” — Deborah Menkart, Executive Director, Teaching for Change.
Teaching for Change is featured in Allegory bar’s new “Banned in D.C.” cocktail menu. The menu tells a powerful story set in a dystopian future Washington where books are banned by an authoritarian regime. In the narrative’s hopeful conclusion, Ruby Bridges and her companions use a teaching manual created by Teaching for Change to rebuild their city “through knowledge and education.”
“So many places are scrubbing language and telling people to be careful … Our response is, this is the time that young people need to know history and to study history. They learn also from how adults respond. And if they were to see adults starting to censor, to self censor, that’s a lesson right in and of itself.” — Deborah Menkart, Executive Director, Teaching for Change.
Published on December 2, 2024 by Washington City Paper
As 2024 comes to a close, Washington City Paper is taking a moment to reflect on the local organizations that strive to make real impact in our community. And Teaching for Change is honored to be included on the list.
When teachers develop inclusive curriculum, the most powerful mirrors can magnify, helping students see and define themselves while gaining a sense of self.
Published on Sep 11, 2024 by The Arkansas Traveler
Jonathan Campos, Teaching for Change’s Teach Central America Program Specialist, is mentioned as a speaker at the upcoming Central American Student Alliance (CASA) Teaching Central America event on October 4.
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Connecting Censorship and the 1960s Freedom Schools
Published on Jan 28, 2026 by School Library Journal
Civil Rights Teaching, a project of Teaching for Change, is featured as a resource in Banned Books and the Cost of Censorship, a course developed by Ashley Hope Pérez, an author and associate professor at Ohio State University.
Can You Teach the Truth in America?
Published on June 18, 2025 by Word In Black
Teaching for Change’s deputy director Keesha Ceran is quoted emphasizing that the organization is “committed to defending educators’ right to teach truth, defending educators who are committed to not lying to students about history.” The coverage highlights Teaching for Change’s participation in the Zinn Education Project’s Teach Truth Day of Action, where Ceran led a march from the National Museum of African American History and Culture to the National Museum of the American Indian.
Librarians, teachers and others plan day of action to fight book bans and preserve history
Published on June 6, 2025 by USA Today
Teaching for Change’s deputy director Nakeesha J. Ceran is quoted explaining that this year’s Teach Truth Day of Action’s focus extends beyond book bans to address “the deep concerted effort to undermine all spaces and sites of public education” while emphasizing the importance of teaching “the truth about the history of all Americans.”
Patrons Visit a Smithsonian Museum Under Siege
Published on April 3, 2025 by The Washington Informer
“We’re going to need to defend not only teaching truthfully about U.S. history in pre-K through 12th grade, but also [in] museums that help teach that history to people from all over the world who come to visit Washington, D.C. The future of this country depends on what people understand about history. If they don’t understand that history, then it’s so much easier for them to [embrace the] divide-and-conquer politics of our current administration.” — Deborah Menkart, Executive Director, Teaching for Change.
Inside The D.C. Bar With A Cocktail Menu That Made A Spirits Writer Cry
Published on March 4, 2025 by Forbes
Teaching for Change is featured in Allegory bar’s new “Banned in D.C.” cocktail menu. The menu tells a powerful story set in a dystopian future Washington where books are banned by an authoritarian regime. In the narrative’s hopeful conclusion, Ruby Bridges and her companions use a teaching manual created by Teaching for Change to rebuild their city “through knowledge and education.”
How advocates are stepping up for Black History month as federal agencies scale back
Published on February 9, 2025 by USA Today
“So many places are scrubbing language and telling people to be careful … Our response is, this is the time that young people need to know history and to study history. They learn also from how adults respond. And if they were to see adults starting to censor, to self censor, that’s a lesson right in and of itself.” — Deborah Menkart, Executive Director, Teaching for Change.
A New Injection of Black History Education for Students and Teachers
Published on January 10, 2025 by Howard University WHUR 96.3
Teaching for Change’s Executive Director, Deborah Menkart, participates in a podcast by Howard University.
Give It Up, D.C.: Our 2024 Giving Guide
Published on December 2, 2024 by Washington City Paper
As 2024 comes to a close, Washington City Paper is taking a moment to reflect on the local organizations that strive to make real impact in our community. And Teaching for Change is honored to be included on the list.
More Than Windows and Mirrors: Canvases for Education Equity
Published on Oct 23, 2024 by EdTrust
When teachers develop inclusive curriculum, the most powerful mirrors can magnify, helping students see and define themselves while gaining a sense of self.
Student organizations collaborate in celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month
Published on Sep 11, 2024 by The Arkansas Traveler
Jonathan Campos, Teaching for Change’s Teach Central America Program Specialist, is mentioned as a speaker at the upcoming Central American Student Alliance (CASA) Teaching Central America event on October 4.