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Webinar Cancelled on Preventing Racism, Identity–Based Bullying, and Hate Crimes

Cancelled

This webinar has been cancelled. A new webinar date will be provided once available.

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On August 10, 2023, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. ET, OJJDP will present "Empowering People Working with Youth to Understand and Prevent Racism" as part of OJJDP's Preventing Youth Hate Crimes & Identity-Based Bully Initiative webinar series.

The webinar will focus on how the intersection of hate, identity-based bullying, and racial bias affect African American youth. Presenters will discuss the history of racism in the United States and how it drives hate and identity-based bullying against African Americans. Participants will learn ways to mitigate prejudiced thoughts and behaviors leading to incidents of hate and bullying. 


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Date Published: August 8, 2023