Immediately following the murders at Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, the ADL Pacific Southwest Region provided resources to law enforcement.
For parents and educators looking for information about how to talk with young people about these horrific events, here are some resources from ADL’s Education Division that may be helpful.
- Discussing Hate and Violence with Children: A guide for educators and parents that provide the tools they need to help children confront hate effectively in the aftermath of hate violence or terrorism in their community.
- Empowering Children in the Aftermath of Hate: An ADL and National PTA brochure providing tips for adult family members and caregivers to effectively discuss issues related to hate and violence with children.
- Helping Students Make Sense of News Stories About Bias and Injustice: Strategies and resources for talking with students about important stories in the news about bias and injustice.
- The Question Corner: Answers to frequently asked questions about bias for early childhood professionals and parents/family members.
Also see: What should we tell our children?