Activism Courses and Certifications

Wartime Reconstruction and the Ends of War - Class 19

Explore the complex dynamics of post-Civil War America, examining reconstruction policies, societal transformations, and lasting impacts on racial equality and democratic institutions during wartime's aftermath.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 5 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Will It Rise? Endings and Beginnings for Country and Yale - Class 25

Explore the complex relationship between slavery, racism, and American institutions through Yale's history, examining pivotal moments that shaped the nation's democratic fabric and ongoing social challenges.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Race, Rights, and Resistance - America at 250 Class 23

Explore the turbulent 1960s through the lens of prosperity, violence, and protest movements that shaped American civil rights and national identity.

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

The End of Reconstruction and Its Legacies to Our Time - Class 22

Explore the complex legacy of Reconstruction in American history, examining its multiple "endings" and lasting impact on racial equality, democracy, and constitutional rights from 1877 to present day.

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

Policy and Advocacy in Social Entrepreneurship - Sally Abi Khalil Interview - Module 11

Discover how social entrepreneurs expand impact through policy and advocacy with Sally Abi Khalil's insights on systemic change, collaboration, and long-term commitment.

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

CppCon

Rules for Radical C++ Engineers - Improving Code, Team, and Organization - Lecture

Discover strategies to effect positive change in your C++ code, team, and organization, drawing lessons from political activism and applying them to software engineering contexts.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Royal Institution

How Mathematics Influences Our Everyday Life - with Eugenia Cheng

Explore how abstract mathematical concepts connect to social justice, current events, and daily life with mathematician Eugenia Cheng, challenging perceptions of math as rigid and inaccessible.

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

Human Rights Activism, Advocacy and Change

Learn about the role of social movements, advocacy groups and activism in bringing about social change.

• edX
• 12 weeks, 8-10 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Free Online Course (Audit)

media.ccc.de

The Spectrum - Hackspace Beyond Hacking

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Explore how The Spectrum hackspace reimagines hacking through queer-feminist, intersectional lens, centering marginalized communities and transdisciplinary creation beyond code.

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

Black Hat

When Governments Attack - State Sponsored Malware Attacks Against Activists, Lawyers, and Journalists

Explores state-sponsored malware attacks targeting activists, lawyers, and journalists. Discusses technical details, presents new research, and highlights the role of security professionals in combating these threats.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Web Conferences Amsterdam

How Privilege Defines Performance - Examining Bias in Web Design

Examining privilege's impact on web performance, accessibility, and inclusive design. Challenges creators to build conscientiously, resist biases, and create truly inclusive systems for all users.

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

media.ccc.de

Who Killed The Internet? A Promising Alternative for Public Communication - The Fediverse

Explore the potential of Fediverse as an alternative to mainstream social media for public communication, discussing its benefits, challenges, and strategies for adoption by governments and institutions.

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

The Royal Institution

The Mathematics of Equalities and Inequalities in Society

Discover how mathematical modeling can scientifically measure equality, diversity, and inclusion strategies to unlock underrepresented talent in society.

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

Drupal Association

The Unspoken Algorithm - Neurodivergence, Identity, and Turning Exclusion into Inclusion

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Explore neurodivergence, identity, and strategies for transforming exclusion into inclusion in this insightful talk on creating more accessible environments.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 5 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

EuroPython Conference

Revolutionizing Education - How Python is Essential Beyond Computer Science

Explore the integration of Python in non-computing fields, its impact on student understanding, and the potential to revolutionize education across disciplines. Gain insights from case studies and recommendations for implementation.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk