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“My People Are...“ Youth Pride in Mixed Heritage
Film, Action Booklet
A powerful new resource for classrooms and families.
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Photo stills from "My People Are" Filming Photo stills (c) 2005 Josh T. Klipp
| The new film "My People Are..." promotes positive racial & ethnic identity in ALL children, highlighting the multiracial experience. Multiracial people are one of the youngest &fastest growing groups in the United States. Discover a language that embraces multiracial identity and gives visibility to experiences this community faces. Young performers share pride in cultures, history & ethnic roots through theater, spoken word, interview, dance, rap & song. Use the Action Booklet as a guide to facilitate constructive dialogue & explore hands on activities with young people about race, heritage & identity after viewing the film.
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"This film inspired me to learn more about my culture and race."
"This film presented the beautifuly positive angle of having two or more ethnicities - as opposed to the confusion it can create."
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