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This movement, originating in the late 18th century, aimed at ending the international slave trade and promoting solidarity against human exploitation.
The Abolitionist Movement
This landmark Supreme Court case in 1954 declared state laws establishing separate public schools for black and white students to be unconstitutional, signaling a shift towards educational solidarity.
Brown v. Board of Education
Founded in 1982, this Minneapolis-based organization works to alleviate hunger and promote food solidarity by distributing millions of pounds of food annually.
Second Harvest Heartland
This is a central element of the Catholic Church. one part of it is solidarity. As a Catholic and Lasallian community we place emphasis on this and social justice education and action through our mission, curriculum and campus ministry programming.
Catholic Social Teachings
This iconic South African leader, imprisoned for 27 years, became a symbol of global solidarity against apartheid.
Nelson Mandela
Recognized worldwide as a symbol of peace and solidarity, what hand gesture involves raising the index and middle fingers in a V shape?
Peace Sign
Founded in 1970, this annual event/holiday promotes environmental awareness and solidarity, mobilizing millions of Americans to address ecological challenges.
Earth Day
Founded in 1983, this organization in Minneapolis provides support and resources for refugees, embodying the spirit of solidarity for those seeking a new home.
Minnesota Council of Churches Refugee Service
This club is one of many at TG that emphasizes solidarity as a tenet. As role models, mentors, and student leaders, juniors and seniors in this group build relationships with our newest students to help them discover what it takes to be successful during the transition to high school. This helps ensure the success of everyone and not just one group.
LINK Ambassadors
In the early 20th century, suffragists like Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton advocated for women's voting rights in this movement, demonstrating solidarity in the fight for equality.
Woman's Suffrage Movement
Adopted by the UN General Assembly in 1948, this document emphasizes the importance of solidarity in the protection of fundamental human rights.
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights
Following the devastating Hurricane Katrina in 2005, this organization played a crucial role in coordinating solidarity efforts to provide relief to affected communities.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Established in 1883, this Minneapolis-based nonprofit organization provides food, shelter, and support to those experiencing homelessness, showcasing community solidarity.
Simpson Housing Services
This week focuses on teachings such as solidarity by recognising the impact that Catholic schools make in school and the wider community to ensure everyone has access to the right of good education.
Catholic Schools Week
In 1985, this global musical event brought together artists like Queen, U2, and David Bowie to raise funds for famine relief in Ethiopia.
Live Aid