The Tyree Scott Freedom School is a nine-day summer educational program in Seattle, Washington for people aged 15–21, designed to expose them to social justice issues, and teach anti-racist community-organizing skills. Students are able to learn about the history of community organizing in Seattle. The project also facilitates a monthly gathering of anti-racist educators, whose goal is to end institutional racism in the education system.
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