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Causes: Civil Rights
Mission: The Plessy and Ferguson Foundation is committed to teaching the history and repercussions of the landmark Supreme Court case, Plessy v. Ferguson, its impact on African American life and culture, and lessons from the past to create a more just and equitable future.
Target demographics: The Plessy and Ferguson Foundation provides opportunities for individuals and communities to better understand the context for our ongoing struggle for social justice and equity in the United States.
Direct beneficiaries per year: 300 Students, 3 Universities, partnered with 5 nonprofits
Geographic areas served: New Orleans, La
Programs: Working with K-12 schools, colleges, and universities, we engage students in open discussions about the legacy of segregation, discrimination, and legal policies’ profound ongoing effect on their daily lives.