Hawken School: Response to the Violence and Tragedy in Atlanta

By Hawken's DEIJ Team
As a school committed to a culture of respect, awareness, and responsibility, it is important that we take a stance against events that go against our values. We are deeply saddened and disturbed by the recent anti-Asian hate crime in the Atlanta area and the increase in violent acts and hateful rhetoric towards members of the Asian, Asian American, and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community. Our deepest sympathies, thoughts, prayers, and condolences go out to the loved ones of those whose lives were taken in these hateful acts. To members of our Hawken AAPI community and those most closely impacted by these events, please know that we are here to support you and stand with you.  
 
 
We know that talking about such troubling events can be challenging. Below you will find some resources to help engage in dialogue about anti-racism and standing in solidarity with members of the AAPI community.  
 
Center Racial Justice – Resources for Talking about Race, Racism, and Racialized Violence with Kids  
 
i Holla Back – Bystander Intervention  
 
Learning for Justice – Responding to Anti-Asian Violence and Georgia Shootings 
 
Learning for Justice – Addressing Anti-Asian Bias 
 
PBS – Asian Americans Documentary Series 
 
Minor Feelings: An Asian American Reckoning by Cathy Park Hong 
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