Facing History and Ourselves

Facing History and Ourselves teaches students and educators in Toronto and beyond to examine the complexities of history, prejudice, and moral choice through classroom materials and professional development. The organization focuses on helping young people understand how ordinary individuals make decisions during times of injustice, using historical case studies like the Holocaust, slavery, and genocide to build critical thinking skills. Teachers receive training and access to curricula that encourage students to consider the roles they play in their own communities. By connecting historical events to contemporary social issues, the organization aims to create informed citizens who recognize how hatred develops and how people can resist it. Programs reach secondary students, with resources designed to foster empathy, historical awareness, and active participation in building more just societies.