Join members of the Racial Justice Committee for a discussion about the movie 13th. Please watch the movie in advance (available on Netflix and YouTube). RSVP for discussion starter questions and other info & materials.

13th is a 2016 American documentary film by director Ava DuVernay. The film explores the intersection of race, justice, and mass incarceration in the United States; it is titled after the Thirteenth Amendment, which abolished slavery throughout the United States and ended involuntary servitude except as a punishment for conviction of a crime. (Wikipedia)

What Parents Need to Know: 13th is a powerful documentary that addresses racial issues confronting America in 2016. DuVernay's epic film is not for the faint of heart. Provocative and heartbreakingly real, this documentary is recommended for mature teens and up. Visit this site for details. RSVP below.