The Right to Read
@RightToReadFilm
A documentary about the early literacy crisis in America. Directed by @j_e_mackenzie, executive produced by @levarburton.
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https://www.therighttoreadfilm.org/ 15-12-2021 20:54:41
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I had the privilege of attending a screening of The Right to Read, where I had the honor of being present alongside Kareem Weaver and Ivy Hunter, two pivotal figures featured in the documentary. #literacyandjusticeforall Nicole DeVries N.Booker The Right to Read H.M. Lewis
🌟 Wonderful Wednesday Recap! 🌟 Last night's The Right to Read screening at Norfolk State University was enlightening! Special shoutout to Dr. Lisa Coons, and Kareem J. Weaver the featured activist in the documentary. Key takeaways: #RightToRead #LiteracyMatters
Being a library worker is 'no easy feat in a world where book bans are on the rise and libraries are being forced to do more with less—including here in New York City, where public libraries are facing a staggering $58.3 million proposed budget cut.' – LeVar Burton
On this…
LeVar Burton Read LeVar Burton's powerful message supporting library workers in its entirety this #LibraryWorkersDay : nypl.org/blog/2024/04/0…
It's #NationalLibraryWeek and today is #RightToReadDay . 'Once you learn to read you will forever be free,' Frederick Douglass
McDougle Elementary Katy McGovern The Right to Read Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools CHCCS School Leadership CHCCS Equity and Engagement Office
Such a great conversation last night between ABC News's Byron Pitts, Kymyona Burk, Ed.D., and Kareem J. Weaver at the College Board A Dream Deferred and HBCU Conference in NYC!
#TheRightToRead
So amazing to see Ms. Causey, Kareem J. Weaver, Larry, and Michael from The Right to Read film at a recent screening in Oakland—co-hosted by FULCRUM, Families in Action for Quality Education Oakland, Oakland East Bay Alliance of Black Educators, and Collab Classroom. 😍
Announcing the inaugural Kareem Weaver Literacy & Justice Catalyst Award recipient, Kareem J. Weaver! #lj4all #righttoread
New in-person screenings this month! If you're in the Bay Area, join us this Sunday, 3/3 at the Oakland Museum of California (OMCA)
More info at therighttoreadfilm.org/events 📽️📚
Jenny Mackenzie joins our podcast to discuss her documentary - @RighttoReadFilm. It profiles Kareem J. Weaver, an NAACP activist, and two families fighting to increase #literacy in America. clarivate.com/podcasts/ideas…
Educators, join us in NYC for A Dream Deferred™ 2024 and HBCU Conferences! Learn from Kareem J. Weaver, Dr. Kymyona Burk, Ed.D., & Byron Pitts at 'The The Right to Read and Panel” on March 25. 🎥
🔗 A Dream Deferred: spr.ly/6016nq4Zi
🔗 HBCU Conference: spr.ly/6017nq4Zc
Thank you Austin Film Society for your partnership 🫱🏽🫲🏾tonight’s viewing of The Right to Read was powerful! The dedication of our district was evident in the presence of our superintendent Matias Segura & board members ofeliaforaisd David Kauffman Andrew Gonzales Candace Hunter #BHM
Join us tomorrow to watch @RightToReadfilm that exposes the nation's #ReadingCrisis . After the film we will urge Mayor Muriel Bowser, Phil Mendelson, & Council of DC to ensure every child has the #RightToReadDC and they #FullyFundLiteracy
bit.ly/RightToReadDC
“Literacy is our greatest civil right.” Kareem J. Weaver
I witnessed a powerful moment today that brought tears to my eyes with the Elyria City Schools as their entire staff gathered to watch the The Right to Read. ❤️
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At the NYC Public Schools NAACP The Right to Read screening at LaGuardia High School this evening!!! 📚