Responding to Hate: Building Community Impact and Action Highlights

Not In Our Town presents a portrait of a community grappling with a suspected hate crime after an African American family’s home was set on fire in Manhattan Beach, CA. Ronald and Malissia Clinton share their story about the night of the attack, their fear that the attack was racially motivated, and their reaction to the overwhelming community response of support.

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School Resource Officer Moses Robinson works to bridge the gap between students and police officers in Rochester, NY. The story focuses on Robinson’s efforts to build relationships, listen to and mentor students, and work with his colleagues to promote positive youth development by creating a culture based on understanding and mutual respect

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Camden’s Turn is a story of transformation. As views of police and the communities they serve have become polarized across the country, Camden, NJ Police Chief Scott Thomson works to build relationships and calls on his officers “to shift from a warrior mentality to that of a guardian and community builder.”

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In Our Family, children share stories about all kinds of families. Today's children come from families living in one home or two, some are being raised by one mom or one dad, or they might have two parents/caregivers or live with grandparents or other family members. This short film is a collaboration between Our Family Coalition and Not In Our Town to encourage conversation about the many diverse family constellations, to give children the opportunity to see and appreciate their own families, and to be open and respectful to those who are different from them.

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In 2016, the Golden State Warriors continued their partnership with Not In Our Town, urging fans across the country to Take the Pledge to stop hate and bullying.

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