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Fighting for Social Justice in a Pandemic

The Ash Center hosted a dynamic discussion on how organizing and social movement tactics and methods are changing in the COVID-19 era of physical distancing.

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Before the Civil Rights Act, My Great-Uncle from Roxbury Took on Pullman in 1954 — and Won
A photo collage of some members of the Greenidge family.

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Before the Civil Rights Act, My Great-Uncle from Roxbury Took on Pullman in 1954 — and Won

As we commemorate 100 years of Black History Month, it is worth remembering that progress was not driven by headlines alone. Beyond the monuments and courtrooms, everyday people took risks to demand dignity and fairness. Among them was my great uncle, whose pursuit of a promotion became a catalyst for change.

Five Years Later, Erica Licht and Nikhil Raghuveera Bid Farewell to Untying Knots
Nikhil Raghuveera and Erica Light, Co-Hosts of

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Five Years Later, Erica Licht and Nikhil Raghuveera Bid Farewell to Untying Knots

Over the past five years, Untying Knots has served as a vital platform for conversations about racial justice, systemic oppression, and community-driven change. Co-hosted by Erica Licht and Nikhil Raghuveera, the podcast — born from a Harvard Kennedy School course in 2020 — explored how people and institutions are working to dismantle entrenched systems of racial inequity while building new frameworks rooted in justice and accountability. As the podcast concludes, Licht and Raghuveera reflect on its origins, evolution, and enduring impact, offering insights into the lessons learned and the powerful voices that shaped its journey.