Stories

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I can't wait for the next person to make change.

-Harmony Rhodes

The stories here feature both young people and also adult allies who are committed to amplifying the voices of those who are concerned about civil rights in their everyday lives.

Our hope is that these stories will inspire you to step forward and speak out on issues.  

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The Youth Civil Rights Academy aligns itself with the University of Michigan's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives and values.
More can be found at https://diversity.umich.edu
Diversity respects the wide range and variety of individuals and issues; equity refers to the fairness of giving voice to concerns that affect civil and human rights; and inclusion provides opportunity for participation in issues that affect these rights.

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