Who We Are

The Who We Are Project is a national nonprofit confronting the truths about how anti-Black racism has shaped our country's history and present. Through must-see media and educational resources, The Who We Are Project empowers people and institutions with the truth of our past so that we can understand the present and build a more just future.

The Challenge

Anti-Black racism is not a footnote in U.S. history but a foundational force that has shaped our policy, economy, culture, and lived experience. We cannot properly address present day inequities without an accurate and shared understanding of how they were created. Yet, our ability to learn, teach and pass down honest history are increasingly under attack, both in our public institutions and across the digital platforms where we now share news and information.

Our Approach

The Who We Are Project aims to reach the broadest audience possible with a truthful account of history. We produce media and learning experiences that engage, inform, and empower people with the truth about anti-Black racism in history. Each production offers a unique entry point for diverse audiences seeking to understand the present by knowing the past.

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Our Productions