Facing History and Ourselves has been dedicated to fostering thoughtful dialogue in classrooms and communities about issues of tolerance and civic responsibility for 30 years. Our mission is to engage students of diverse backgrounds in an examination of racism, prejudice, and antisemitism in order to promote the development of a more humane and informed citizenry. The Choosing to Participate exhibit is a multi-faceted educational and civic initiative created by Facing History and Ourselves that challenges us to examine our biases and consider the responsibilities of citizenship. The centerpiece of this initiative is a multimedia exhibit that highlights four compelling stories about individuals or groups that challenge us to consider the connections to stories in our own lives and around the world.

Service participants are trained as guides for the exhibition, leading school and community groups through the various components of the exhibit, giving tours, and facilitating discussions.

NOTE: This is a weekly activity that runs from October 20th through December 8th. Service participants for this activity MUST attend a mandatory training session on Saturday, Sept. 12th from 9:30-3:30. Transportation will be provided.

5 hours service credit will ALSO be given for attending the orientation.

Service participants should be independent, reliable, interested in working with children and possess good communication skills. An interest in history and public service preferred. Bilingual applicants are encouraged.

Facing History and Ourselves has been dedicated to fostering thoughtful dialogue in classrooms and communities about issues of tolerance and civic responsibility for 30 years. Our mission is to engage students of diverse backgrounds in an examination of racism, prejudice, and antisemitism in order to promote the development of a more humane and informed citizenry. The Choosing to Participate exhibit is a multi-faceted educational and civic initiative created by Facing History and Ourselves that challenges us to examine our biases and consider the responsibilities of citizenship. The centerpiece of this initiative is a multimedia exhibit that highlights four compelling stories about individuals or groups that challenge us to consider the connections to stories in our own lives and around the world.

Service participants are trained as guides for the exhibition, leading school and community groups through the various components of the exhibit, giving tours, and facilitating discussions.

NOTE: This is a weekly activity that runs from October 15th through December 10th. Service participants for this activity MUST attend a mandatory training session on Saturday, Sept. 12th from 9:30-3:30. Transportation will be provided.

5 hours service credit will ALSO be given for attending the orientation.

Service participants should be independent, reliable, interested in working with children and possess good communication skills. An interest in history and public service preferred. Bilingual applicants are encouraged.