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Exploring the Interconnectedness of Global Black Liberation Movements

Teaching African American Studies Summer Institute
June 16–20, 2025, at Prairie View A&M University

African American Studies; African Diaspora
African American Studies; African Diaspora
Untitled (1994), John Thomas Biggers

In the tapestry of human history, the struggle for Black liberation has been a persistent thread, woven through centuries and continents. From the harrowing depths of slavery to the vibrant movements of the twentieth century, Black people have fought tirelessly for their rights, dignity, and equality.

The 2025 Teaching African American Studies Institute (TAASI ’25) will be a comprehensive institute dedicated to unraveling this complex narrative, exploring the interconnectedness of global Black liberation movements, and examining the key events, figures, and ideologies that have shaped the Black experience worldwide. By delving into the historical and contemporary struggles for racial justice, TAASI ’25 aims to deepen our understanding of the complexities and interconnectedness of these movements, fostering a more just and equitable future for all.

The Ruth J. Simmons Center for Race and Justice at Prairie View A&M University and the National Humanities Center are proud to host the 2025 Teaching African American Studies Summer Institute: Exploring the Interconnectedness of Black Freedom Struggles in Prairie View, Texas. Open to all K–12 educators, this institute will provide an immersive, hands-on learning experience to better understand the approaches and the historical perspective required to create and teach African American and Diaspora Studies. Each day’s sessions will include readings and viewings, primary source analysis, and expert scholarship from NHC Fellows.

Speakers and Facilitators

  • African American Studies; African Diaspora

    Malachi Crawford

    Prairie View A&M University

  • African American Studies; African Diaspora

    Amah Edoh

    Massachusetts Institute of Technology

  • African American Studies; African Diaspora

    María Esther Hammack

    The Ohio State University

  • African American Studies; African Diaspora

    Nafees Khan

    Ralph Appelbaum Associates

  • African American Studies; African Diaspora

    Marco Robinson

    (Facilitator) Assistant Director of the Ruth J. Simmons Center for Race and Justice; Associate Professor of History, Prairie View A&M University

  • African American Studies; African Diaspora

    Mike Williams

    (Facilitator) Vice President for Education Programs, National Humanities Center

  • African American Studies; African Diaspora

    Raven Ferguson

    (Facilitator) Education Programs Manager, National Humanities Center

Application Process

All current K–12 educators are eligible for this program. However, this institute is primarily designed for middle grades (6–8) and secondary-level (9–12) educators, with priority given to teachers in Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Louisiana, and Arkansas. Applicant must be a full-time educator for the 2025–26 academic year. Participants will be selected from a competitive application pool. Each will receive a stipend for the successful completion of the institute as well as lodging accommodations in Prairie View for the week.

For more information, contact NHC Education Programs.

Apply Now

Applications for TAASI ’25 will be accepted from December 15, 2024 until March 30, 2025 at 5:00 pm ET. To be considered, please complete the institute application form and include the following documents: