Social Justice & Social Change Courses and Certifications

De-Mystifying Mindfulness

101 ratings

Explore mindfulness from psychological, philosophical, and political perspectives, combining scholarly inquiry with experiential learning to gain a comprehensive understanding of this contemporary phenomenon.

• Coursera
• 1 day 17 hours 36 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

• Best of All Time

Love as a Force for Social Justice

430 ratings at Coursera

Explore agape love as a force for social justice, examining biological, psychological, religious, and social perspectives to empower personal growth and positive societal change.

• Coursera
• 1 day 5 hours 51 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

So You Want to Talk about Race

So You Want to Talk about Race with Ijeoma Oluo, Chase Jarvis

• CreativeLive
• 1 hour 11 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Give a Social Movement a Soundtrack: Exploring Social Justice Through Music

Explore how music amplifies social justice movements while developing mindful teaching practices that foster empathy, creativity, and sustainable global citizenship.

• OpenLearning
• 4 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Community Organizing for Social Justice

326 ratings at Coursera

Strategies for community organizing, fostering diversity, and creating social change. Learn practical steps to set goals, assess needs, develop action plans, and build support for implementation.

• Coursera
• 7 hours 56 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Black Canadians: History, Presence, and Anti-Racist Futures

95 ratings at Coursera

Explore Black Canadian history, migrations, civil rights, and artistic contributions. Reflect on race, multiculturalism, and anti-racism while envisioning vibrant futures for Black communities in Canada.

• Coursera
• 8 hours 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

History 307: American Civil Rights Movement

Comprehensive exploration of the American Civil Rights Movement from post-Civil War to modern era, examining key events, figures, and lasting impacts on society.

• Study.com
• 13 hours 36 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Race and Youth Policy: working with young people

3 ratings at OpenLearn

How should we, as a society, best respond to and prevent gang and knife crime and violent extremism? 

• OpenLearn
• 6 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Two Incompatible Sacred Values in American Universities - Jon Haidt, Hayek Lecture Series

Exploration of conflicting goals in American universities: truth vs. social justice. Analyzes impacts on research, learning, and campus culture. Proposes viewpoint diversity as a solution.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 6 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Advance Strategies in NGO Management

Master advanced NGO management strategies covering empowerment, social justice, sustainable development, and organizational leadership for effective social impact.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Social Justice and the New Food Activism

Explores the evolution of food activism, from market-based alternatives to critiques of organic farming, community food security, and corporate involvement, highlighting limitations and new directions in the movement.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 13 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

How to Be an Antiracist - Understanding and Dismantling Racism

Explore antiracism concepts, strategies for dismantling racism, and the role of active participation in building an equitable society with insights from professor Ibram X. Kendi.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

How to Be an Antiracist - Book Talk with Ibram X. Kendi

Insightful discussion on understanding and dismantling racism, exploring antiracist ideas and their transformative potential for society and personal growth.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 12 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Dungala Kaiela Oration 2024 - Celebrating Aboriginal Cultural Identity

Explore Aboriginal cultural identity and development in the Goulburn Valley region through this annual oration, fostering a shared vision for the community's future.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 43 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Towards a Reconciled Australia - National Reconciliation Week Webinar

Explore the path to reconciliation in Australia with insights from Reconciliation Australia's CEO, discussing history, law's role, and practical approaches for a united future.

• YouTube
• 56 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video