To understand our present, we must understand our past. These programs will give you a closer look at the history of racism and injustice against black Americans that lead us to this moment.

"To help people be better allies lists of antiracist books films and podcasts are being published in droves. There's never a bad time to learn but such a list can become erroneously prescriptive a balm to centuries-old lacerations that cut deeper than the individual reader. As Lauren Michele Jackson wrote for Vulture "The word [anti-racism] and its nominal equivalent "anti-racist" suggests something of a vanity project where the goal is no longer to learn more about race power and capital but to spring closer to the enlightened order of the antiracist." So with that in mind we've compiled a list of books films and podcasts about systemic racism acknowledging that they are just books films and podcasts. You'll find research on how racism permeates everything from the criminal justice system to health care. We hope you spend some time with these resources (and that you listen to Code Switch — here's a list of episodes to get you started). Information is power — you decide what you do with it."

"A collection of books and media giving us intersectional insight into the experiences of those once enslaved."

Compiled book list.

"Latino/Hispanic culture is part of North and South America Central America the Caribbean and Spain."

"JSTOR has created an open library to support readers seeking to engage with BIPOC+Q-authored reading lists like the one developed by the New York Public Library."

"There is no better time than now to get informed and to support Asian authors. With the coronavirus crisis amplifying violence and hate towards Asian Americans I decided to read more to stay informed. I read several new books and have picked out my top five recommendations that I think you should read this month."

"In honor of Black History Month Jessica Ugstad collection management librarian at the Daniel F. Cracchiolo Law Library has curated a book display with titles celebrating the lives of Black Americans."

A book list compiled by The Book Table.

"Use this page to find educational resources guidance on Black-owned businesses and social justice organizations to support featured books and essays by Black authors and updates on Powell’s-led initiatives for antiracist action."

""this online library is a celebration of black english and black language. i see it as a tool in political education as well. a place for communal learning."

"A selected list of notable books for young adults about African American history and the African American experience chosen by LAPL librarians."

"Join the Library in celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month throughout May. Discover our new book lists for adults kids and teens as well as free online events and resources."

"National Hispanic Heritage Month is observed annually from September 15 to October 15. To help celebrate we present the following recommended reading:"

"From children's picture books and historical fiction to in-depth histories and even a graphic novel here are 15 books to check out about the Tulsa Race Massacre[...]"