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History is a conversation worth having.

Bring the stories into your classroom, community group, or everyday learning. Explore thoughtfully structured readings, facilitator tools, and hands-on resources designed to deepen understanding without demanding a single right answer.

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Illustration evoking the history of voting rights and community participation — Historical illustration; not archival photography

FEATURED EDUCATIONAL SERIES

Group Study Curriculum

Six chapters created for community organizations and small groups. Use one activity, one chapter, or an entire series to connect American history with conversations happening today.

Chapter 1 available nowFive more chapters planned

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INTERACTIVE & PRACTICAL

Tools for deeper learning

Resources drawn directly from the Voter Disenfranchisement group-study chapter. Explore them independently or as part of a facilitated session.

READY TO USE01Voter Disenfranchisement & Threats to DemocracyReadings, film, role-play, local voices, and guided discussion in a flexible group-study program.Explore chapter → INTERACTIVE RESOURCE02Voting Rights TimelineFollow the expansion, restriction, and defense of voting rights across more than two centuries.Explore timeline → ROLE-PLAY ACTIVITY03Who Gets to Vote?Thirty historical role profiles and a packet builder for group activities and discussion.Explore role profiles → PRINTABLE TOOL04Role Cards With QR CodesPrint compact role cards that link participants directly to each profile on their phones.Print cards →

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Guides to take with you

Download the revised Chapter 1 guides, updated with the November 2026 curriculum edits.

PDFFacilitator / Leader GuideSession planning, readings, discussion prompts, activity notes, and resourcesDownload →PDFParticipant / Attendee GuideA concise companion for reading, viewing, reflection, and continuing the conversationDownload →

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Every learning resource opens another chapter.

Move from the group-study materials into the editorial library, or follow a learning path to see how historical choices connect across communities and eras.

The Voting Rights Act: A Hard-Won Victory →Modern Voter Suppression: New Barriers, Old Tactics →Follow a Learning Path →